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 |
|---|---|
| lackadaisical | lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid |
| encompass | include |
| buttress | a projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building |
| qualms | a feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety |
| zeal | eagerness and ardent interest in pursuit of something : fervor |
| contravene | to go or act contrary to : violate |
| coroner | a usually elected public officer who is typically not required to have specific medical qualifications and whose principal duty is to inquire by an inquest into the cause of any death which there is reason to suppose is not due to natural causes compare medical examiner |
| remission | the act or process of remitting |
| swindler | to obtain money or property by fraud or deceit |
| gavel | rent or tribute in medieval England |