GRE Word List

JOCUND

marked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness

The meaning of the word jocund is marked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness.

Random words

WordMeaning
incredulousunwilling to admit or accept what is offered as true : not credulous : skeptical
hoaxto trick into believing or accepting as genuine something false and often preposterous
crinkleto form many short bends or ripples
melancholydepression of spirits : dejection
cornicethe molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
strangleto choke to death by compressing the throat with something (such as a hand or rope) : throttle
solemnityformal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
betrothto promise to marry