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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| casual | subject to, resulting from, or occurring by chance |
| boost | to push or shove up from below |
| endorse | to write on the back of |
| bigotry | obstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot |
| mollify | to soothe in temper or disposition : appease |
| adjutant | a staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence |
| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| elaboration | planned or carried out with great care |
| gratuitous | not called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted |
| anoint | to smear or rub with oil or an oily substance |