GRE Word List
LUSTER
shine; gloss (of a polished surface)
The meaning of the word luster is shine; gloss (of a polished surface).
Random words
Word | Meaning |
---|---|
coquette | flirt; flirtatious woman; woman who tries to attract the admiration of men without sincere feelings; V. |
sect | separate religious body; faction; group of people with common beliefs within a larger group |
exposure | risk, particularly of being exposed to disease or to the elements; unmasking; act of laying something open; Ex. exposure of governmental corruption |
exorcise | drive out evil spirits |
culpable | deserving blame; blameworthy |
bauble | trinket; cheap jewel; trifle |
amphitheater | oval building with tiers of seats; CF. arena |
refectory | dining hall; room where meals are served (in a school) |
ventriloquist | someone who can make his or her voice seem to come from another person or thing (without moving lips or jaws); N. ventriloquism, ventriloquy |
weary | tired after long work; V. |