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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procurementthe act or process of procuring
manipulateto treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner
barragea dam placed in a watercourse to increase the depth of water or to divert it into a channel for navigation or irrigation
rivetinghaving the power to fix the attention : engrossing
auspiciousshowing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior
emollientmaking soft or supple
connivancethe act of conniving
supererogatoryobserved or performed to an extent not enjoined or required
togathe loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome