GRE Word List
LINGER
to be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry
The meaning of the word linger is to be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
| hiatus | a break in or as if in a material object : gap |
| abase | to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem |
| depredation | to lay waste : plunder |
| pinch | to squeeze between the finger and thumb or between the jaws of an instrument |
| oracular | resembling an oracle (as in solemnity of delivery) |
| gratify | to be a source of or give pleasure or satisfaction to |
| gerontocracy | rule by elders |
| scotch | scottish |
| guile | deceitful cunning : duplicity |