GRE Word List

MAKESHIFT

a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute

The meaning of the word makeshift is a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute.

Random words

WordMeaning
meretriciousof or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution
lagone that lags or is last
tritehackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original
transitiona change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another
zealeagerness and ardent interest in pursuit of something : fervor
anointto smear or rub with oil or an oily substance
mischiefa specific injury or damage attributed to a particular agent
siderealof, relating to, or expressed in relation to stars or constellations : astral
fallowof a light yellowish-brown color
atrocitya shockingly bad or atrocious act, object, or situation