GRE Word List
LUNATIC
affected with a severely disordered state of mind : insane
The meaning of the word lunatic is affected with a severely disordered state of mind : insane.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| piecemeal | one piece at a time : gradually |
| preamble | an introductory statement |
| defection | conscious abandonment of allegiance or duty (as to a person, cause, or doctrine) : desertion |
| wily | full of wiles : crafty |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
| extrapolation | to predict by projecting past experience or known data |
| dogged | marked by stubborn determination |
| fallow | of a light yellowish-brown color |
| derision | the use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt |
| threat | an expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage |