GRE Word List
LURID
causing horror or revulsion : gruesome
The meaning of the word lurid is causing horror or revulsion : gruesome.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bargain | an agreement between parties settling what each gives or receives in a transaction between them or what course of action or policy each pursues in respect to the other |
| aspersion | a false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation |
| heterodox | contrary to or different from an acknowledged standard, a traditional form, or an established religion : unorthodox |
| avert | to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance |
| allocate | to apportion for a specific purpose or to particular persons or things : distribute |
| frugality | the quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift |
| disinter | to take out of the grave or tomb |
| stagnant | not flowing in a current or stream |
| pontifical | episcopal attire |
| legacy | a gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest |