GRE Word List

LURID

causing horror or revulsion : gruesome

The meaning of the word lurid is causing horror or revulsion : gruesome.

Random words

WordMeaning
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
scavengeto remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area
glutto flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand
presentimenta feeling that something will or is about to happen : premonition
gruesomeinspiring horror or repulsion : grisly
enduringlasting
igniteto set afire
stratuma bed or layer artificially made
perverseturned away from what is right or good : corrupt
disabuseto free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy