GRE Word List

LURID

causing horror or revulsion : gruesome

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

Random words

WordMeaning
harbingersomething that foreshadows a future event : something that gives an anticipatory sign of what is to come
elysiumthe abode of the blessed after death in classical mythology
indefatigableincapable of being fatigued : untiring
bawdyboisterously or humorously indecent
bereavedsuffering the death of a loved one
inimicalbeing adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence
anvila heavy usually steel-faced iron block on which metal is shaped (as by hand hammering)
implyto express indirectly
derelictabandoned especially by the owner or occupant
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner