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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WordMeaning
deposeto remove from a throne or other high position
vitalof the utmost importance
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
appellationan identifying name or title : designation
vapidlacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat
annealto heat and then cool (a material, such as steel or glass) usually for softening and making less brittle
sardonicdisdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
venoma toxic substance produced by some animals (such as snakes, scorpions, or bees) that is injected into prey or an enemy chiefly by biting or stinging and has an injurious or lethal effect
pugnacityhaving a quarrelsome or combative nature : truculent