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 |
|---|---|
| lancet | a sharp-pointed and commonly 2-edged surgical instrument used to make small incisions |
| hue_and_cry | outcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule |
| tyranny | oppressive power |
| fetish | an object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner |
| scavenge | to remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area |
| admonish | to indicate duties or obligations to |
| tedium | the quality or state of being tedious : tediousness |
| trickle | to issue or fall in drops |
| marshal | a high official in the household of a medieval king, prince, or noble originally having charge of the cavalry but later usually in command of the military forces |
| allure | to entice by charm or attraction |