GRE Word List

LARGESS

liberal giving (as of money) to or as if to an inferior

The meaning of the word largess is liberal giving (as of money) to or as if to an inferior.

Random words

WordMeaning
supinelying on the back or with the face upward
cringeto recoil in distaste
vouchsafeto grant or furnish often in a gracious or condescending manner
embarkto go on board a vehicle for transportation
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
tentativenot fully worked out or developed
illimitableincapable of being limited or bounded : measureless
lassitudea condition of weariness or debility : fatigue
alludeto make indirect reference
filigreeornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces