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
philistinea native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia
unseemlynot seemly: such as
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
willowyabounding with willows
palpablecapable of being touched or felt : tangible
misgivingsa feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event
obeisancea movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow
crossa structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary
thronga multitude of assembled persons