GRE Word List
LEGERDEMAIN
sleight of hand
The meaning of the word legerdemain is sleight of hand.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| illusion | a misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion |
| fester | to generate pus |
| imbibe | drink |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| tenure | the act, right, manner, or term of holding something (such as a landed property, a position, or an office) |
| maroon | a dark red |
| defect | an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming |
| fusion | the act or process of liquefying or rendering plastic by heat |
| rational | having reason or understanding |
| zest | a piece of the peel of a citrus fruit (such as an orange or lemon) used as flavoring |