GRE Word List
IMPRECATION
curse; swearword
The meaning of the word imprecation is curse; swearword.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| kaleidoscope | tube in which patterns made by the reflection in mirrors of colored pieces of glass, etc. produce interesting symmetrical effects; series of changing events; Ex. kaleidoscope of European history; CF. beautiful |
| misogynist | hater of woman; CF. misogyny |
| pillage | plunder |
| dormant | sleeping; temporarily inactive; lethargic; latent |
| crevice | crack; fissure |
| judicious | sound on judgment; wise |
| resurge | rise again; flow to and fro; N. resurgence; ADJ. resurgent: (of ideas or beliefs) experiencing revival; surging again |
| warranty | guarantee; assurance by seller |
| gnarled | twisted |
| upbraid | reprimand; severely scold |
