GRE Word List
IRONIC
relating to, containing, or constituting irony
The meaning of the word ironic is relating to, containing, or constituting irony.
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| toss | to throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk |
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| eerie | so mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine |
| impertinent | given to or characterized by insolent rudeness |
| cogent | appealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing |
| baroque | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension |
| swarthy | of a dark color, complexion, or cast |
| epistemologist | the study or a theory of the nature and grounds of knowledge especially with reference to its limits and validity |
| occlude | to close up or block off : obstruct |
| abut | to border on : to touch along an edge |