GRE Word List
IRONIC
expressing irony; occurring in an unexpected and contrary manner
The meaning of the word ironic is expressing irony; occurring in an unexpected and contrary manner.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disgruntle | make discontented |
| dirge | funeral song; slow mournful piece of music (sung over a dead person) |
| gusty | windy |
| pronounced | distinct; very noticeable; Ex. pronounced limp |
| excoriate | scold with biting harshness; censure strongly; strip the skin off |
| ambrosia | food of the gods |
| colander | utensil with perforated bottom used for straining |
| inarticulate | speechless; producing indistinct speech; not articulate; not expressing oneself clearly |
| roue | lecherous man |
| scorch | sear; N. |
