GRE Word List

LANGUISH

to be or become feeble, weak, or enervated

The meaning of the word languish is to be or become feeble, weak, or enervated.

Random words

WordMeaning
dozeto sleep lightly
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
expertisethe skill of an expert
herpetologista branch of zoology dealing with reptiles and amphibians
trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet
offensivemaking attack : aggressive
unrequitednot requited : not reciprocated or returned in kind
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
prestigestanding or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion
chivalrousvaliant