GRE Word List
IRKSOME
tending to irk : tedious
The meaning of the word irksome is tending to irk : tedious.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| mite | any of numerous small acarid arachnids that often infest animals, plants, and stored foods and include important disease vectors |
| terminus | either end of a transportation line or travel route |
| tranquillity | the quality or state of being tranquil |
| propellant | capable of propelling |
| curtail | to make less by or as if by cutting off or away some part |
| dominant | commanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others |
| tedium | the quality or state of being tedious : tediousness |
| culpable | meriting condemnation or blame especially as wrong or harmful |
| osseous | bony |
| fancier | one that has a special liking or interest |