GRE Word List

LURID

causing horror or revulsion : gruesome

The meaning of the word lurid is causing horror or revulsion : gruesome.

Random words

WordMeaning
cowerto shrink away or crouch especially for shelter from something that menaces, domineers, or dismays
mnemonicassisting or intended to assist memory
pulchritudephysical comeliness
perennialpresent at all seasons of the year
ductilecapable of being drawn out (see draw
plutocracygovernment by the wealthy
parallelismthe quality or state of being parallel
handsomehaving a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance
carriondead and putrefying flesh
potenthaving or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful