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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| ambidextrous | using both hands with equal ease or dexterity |
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| prehensile | adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around |
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| evasive | tending or intended to evade : equivocal |
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| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |