GRE Word List
LEONINE
of, relating to, suggestive of, or resembling a lion
The meaning of the word leonine is of, relating to, suggestive of, or resembling a lion.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prosaic | characteristic of prose as distinguished from poetry : factual |
| rare | seldom occurring or found : uncommon |
| melancholy | depression of spirits : dejection |
| archetype | the original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype |
| waylay | to lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush |
| abscond | to depart secretly and hide oneself |
| makeshift | a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute |
| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |
| venison | the edible flesh of a game animal and especially a deer |
| qualified | fitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose : competent |