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
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
forthrightfree from ambiguity or evasiveness : going straight to the point
autocraticof, relating to, or being an autocracy : absolute
venerateto regard with reverential respect or with admiring deference
applicationan act of applying:
wispa small handful (as of hay or straw)
factiousof or relating to faction: such as
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
igniteto set afire
beholdenbeing under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted