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
pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
spatulaa flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting
upshotthe final result : outcome
granarya storehouse for threshed grain
disperseto cause to break up (see break up
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
tractablecapable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile
ragamuffina ragged often disreputable person
hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
ineluctablenot to be avoided, changed, or resisted : inevitable