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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| doze | to sleep lightly |
| litotes | understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy") |
| expertise | the skill of an expert |
| herpetologist | a branch of zoology dealing with reptiles and amphibians |
| tryst | an agreement (as between lovers) to meet |
| offensive | making attack : aggressive |
| unrequited | not requited : not reciprocated or returned in kind |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| prestige | standing or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion |
| chivalrous | valiant |