GRE Word List
INFAMOUS
having a reputation of the worst kind : notoriously evil
The meaning of the word infamous is having a reputation of the worst kind : notoriously evil.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tiller | one that tills : cultivator |
| invidious | of an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious |
| wilt | loose freshness; droop |
| asylum | an inviolable place of refuge and protection giving shelter to criminals and debtors : sanctuary |
| churlish | of, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar |
| expiate | to make amends for |
| dishearten | to cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale |
| smear | a viscous or sticky substance |
| impartial | not partial or biased : treating or affecting all equally |
| jettison | to get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision |