GRE Word List
MAKESHIFT
temporary expedient or substitute (in the case of urgent need); Ex. makeshift shelter
The meaning of the word makeshift is temporary expedient or substitute (in the case of urgent need); Ex. makeshift shelter.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| indite | write; compose |
| prodigal | wasteful; reckless with money; profuse; Ex. a mind prodigal of ideas; N. prodigality |
| qualified | limited; restricted; V. qualify: limit the meaning of; modify |
| garish | overbright in color; unpleasantly bright; gaudy |
| swill | drink greedily |
| refuse | anything discarded or rejected as worthless; trash |
| gorge | stuff oneself (with food); glut; CF. gorgeous: dazzlingly beautiful |
| gargoyle | waterspout carved in grotesque figures on a building |
| abate | subside or moderate |
| purported | alleged; claimed; reputed or rumored; Ex. purported Satanists |