GRE Word List
LEGERDEMAIN
sleight of hand
The meaning of the word legerdemain is sleight of hand.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contend | to strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle |
| compulsory | mandatory |
| sultry | very hot and humid : sweltering |
| palimpsest | writing material (such as a parchment or tablet) used one or more times after earlier writing has been erased |
| parvenu | one that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it |
| covetous | marked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions |
| court | the residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary |
| recourse | a turning to someone or something for help or protection |
| bedraggle | to wet thoroughly |
| far-fetched | brought from a remote time or place |