GRE Word List
LITHE
flexible; supple; CF. limber
The meaning of the word lithe is flexible; supple; CF. limber.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| obelisk | tall column tapering(becoming gradually narrower toward the end) and ending in a pyramid |
| prominent | protruding(sticking out); conspicuous; notable; eminent |
| pretentious | ostentatious; showy; pompous; making unjustified claims; overambitious; Ex. pretentious films that claim to be art |
| rectify | set right; correct; CF. rect-: right |
| colossal | huge |
| dominant | exercising the most influence; high and easily seen; stronger than the other part of a system; not recessive |
| assuage | mak less severe; ease or lessen (pain); satisfy (hunger); soothe (anger) |
| abolish | cancel; put an end to |
| ancillary | serving as an aid or accessory; auxiliary; N. |
| dormer | window projecting upright from roof; CF. sleeping room |
