GRE Word List
IRONIC
relating to, containing, or constituting irony
The meaning of the word ironic is relating to, containing, or constituting irony.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| coup | a sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'Γ©tat |
| chaplain | a clergyman in charge of a chapel |
| sentinel | sentry |
| plight | to put or give in pledge : engage |
| lewd | obscene |
| oracular | resembling an oracle (as in solemnity of delivery) |
| dummy | a person who is incapable of speaking |
| refractory | resisting control or authority : stubborn |
| torrid | parched with heat especially of the sun : hot |
| commandeer | to compel to perform military service |