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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| sneak | to go stealthily or furtively : slink |
| commemorative | intended as a commemoration |
| servile | of or befitting a menial position |
| mobile | capable of moving or being moved : movable |
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| industrious | constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent |
| buccaneer | any of the freebooters preying on Spanish ships and settlements especially in 17th century West Indies |
| remonstrate | to present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate |