GRE Word List
LACKADAISICAL
lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
The meaning of the word lackadaisical is lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contortions | to twist in a violent manner |
| metaphor | a figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money) |
| witless | destitute of wit or understanding : foolish |
| retaliate | to return like for like |
| compile | to compose out of materials from other documents |
| spartan | a native or inhabitant of ancient Sparta |
| laity | the people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy |
| offhand | without premeditation or preparation : extempore |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |
| skittish | lively or frisky in action : capricious |