GRE Word List
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a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects)
The meaning of the word list is a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects).
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| brandish | to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly |
| clap | to strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise |
| vise | any of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam |
| mannerism | exaggerated or affected (see affected |
| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |
| nubile | of marriageable condition or age |
| trim | to remove by or as if by cutting |
| waylay | to lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush |
| unwieldy | not easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome |
| sphinx-like | enigmatic; mysterious |