GRE Word List
LISTLESS
lacking in spirit or energy; languid
The meaning of the word listless is lacking in spirit or energy; languid.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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mundane | worldly as opposed to spiritual; everyday; of the ordinary; Ex. mundane existence; CF. world |
staccato | played in an abrupt manner; marked by abrupt sharp sound; Ex. staccato applause |
nib | beak(bill); pen point |
probe | explore with a probe or tools; investigate; N: slender instrument used to explore a wound or body cavity; device designed to investigate an unknown region; thorough investigation; Ex. space probe |
uninhibited | unrepressed; free in behavior and feelings |
matrimony | state of being married |
propound | put forth for consideration or analysis; set forth; Ex. propound a problem/theory |
indulgent | humoring; yielding; lenient; showing indulgence |
manifestation | outward demonstration; manifesting; indication of the presence of something; Ex. manifestation of his pronounced musical bent |
precinct | division of a city for election or police purposes; precincts: space that surrounds a building; Ex. precincts of the college |