GRE Word List
JOLLITY
gaiety; cheerfulness; ADJ. jolly: merry; gay
The meaning of the word jollity is gaiety; cheerfulness; ADJ. jolly: merry; gay.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| decrepitude | state of collapse or weakness caused by illness or old age |
| oscillate | vibrate pendulumlike; waver |
| squeamish | easily shocked or sickened by unpleasant things; fastidious; Ex. A nurse should not be squeamish. |
| mete | measure; distribute; administer; Ex. mete out justice/punishment |
| fresco | painting on wet plaster (usually fresh) |
| aptitude | fitness; talent |
| ulterior | intentionally hidden; beyond what is evident; situated beyond; unstated and often questionable; Ex. ulterior motive |
| harbinger | forerunner (which foreshadows what is to come) |
| engaged | employed; busy; betrothed; involved in conflict |
| simulate | feign; imitate |
