GRE Word List
LEVEE
a reception held by a person of distinction on rising from bed
The meaning of the word levee is a reception held by a person of distinction on rising from bed.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| obeisance | a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow |
| chase | the hunting of wild animals |
| dart | a light spear |
| estranged | having lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship |
| fawning | seeking or used to seek approval or favor by means of flattery |
| incur | to become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself |
| pose | to set forth or offer for attention or consideration |
| dirge | a song or hymn of grief or lamentation |
| dank | unpleasantly moist or wet |
| assuage | to lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease |