GRE Word List
LURID
causing horror or revulsion : gruesome
The meaning of the word lurid is causing horror or revulsion : gruesome.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fracas | a noisy quarrel : brawl |
| orient | to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group |
| mogul | an Indian Muslim of or descended from one of several conquering groups of Mongol, Turkish, and Persian origin |
| understate | to represent as less than is the case |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| languish | to be or become feeble, weak, or enervated |
| authoritative | having, marked by, or proceeding from authority |
| chaplain | a clergyman in charge of a chapel |
| decipher | decode |
| mincing | affectedly dainty or delicate |