GRE Word List
LULL
to cause to sleep or rest : soothe
The meaning of the word lull is to cause to sleep or rest : soothe.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| affidavit | a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation |
| insouciant | lighthearted unconcern : nonchalance |
| glutinous | having the quality of glue : gummy |
| demeanor | behavior toward others : outward manner |
| oath | a solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| maim | to mutilate, disfigure, or wound seriously |
| numismatist | the study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals) |
| sect | a dissenting or schismatic religious body |
| dysentery | a disease characterized by severe diarrhea with passage of mucus and blood and usually caused by infection |