GRE Word List
IRATE
roused to ire
The meaning of the word irate is roused to ire.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| toady | one who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant |
| wangle | to resort to trickery or devious methods |
| aristocracy | government by the best individuals or by a small privileged class |
| desperado | a bold or violent criminal |
| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
| bliss | complete happiness |
| foible | the part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point |
| centripetal | proceeding or acting in a direction toward a center or axis |
| limn | to draw or paint on a surface |
| plebiscite | a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler |