GRE Word List
LUCRE
monetary gain : profit
The meaning of the word lucre is monetary gain : profit.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| reciprocal | inversely related : opposite |
| elusive | tending to elude: such as |
| elliptical | of, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse |
| avuncular | suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality |
| congenial | pleasant |
| well-bred | having or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class |
| boor | peasant |
| frolic | full of fun : merry |
| pauper | a person destitute of means except such as are derived from charity |
| rag | a waste piece of cloth |