GRE Word List
IRATE
roused to ire
The meaning of the word irate is roused to ire.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| acumen | keenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters |
| isthmus | a narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas |
| retard | to delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment |
| flick | a light sharp jerky stroke or movement |
| languor | weakness or weariness of body or mind |
| aquiline | curving like an eagle's beak |
| leery | suspicious |
| exorbitant | not coming within the scope of the law |
| carousal | a wild, drunken party or celebration : a drunken revel : carouse |
| precipitous | precipitate |