GRE Word List
LEERY
suspicious
The meaning of the word leery is suspicious.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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ethos | the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution |
progenitor | an ancestor in the direct line : forefather |
ward | the action or process of guarding |
chip | a small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off |
discount | a reduction made from the gross (see gross |
encircle | to form a circle around : surround |
tumult | disorderly agitation or milling about of a crowd usually with uproar and confusion of voices : commotion |
demagogue | a leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power |
purge | to clear of guilt |
chaperon | a person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety |