GRE Word List
INTRIGUE
the practice of engaging in secret schemes
The meaning of the word intrigue is the practice of engaging in secret schemes.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| repose | a state of resting after exertion or strain |
| flush | to fly away suddenly |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| perverse | turned away from what is right or good : corrupt |
| glutinous | having the quality of glue : gummy |
| appellation | an identifying name or title : designation |
| chapel | a subordinate or private place of worship: such as |
| perturb | to cause to be worried or upset : disquiet |
| atrophy | decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue |