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
vassala person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant
jurisdictionthe power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law
monograma sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name
synopticaffording a general view of a whole
aptitudeinclination
favoritismthe showing of special favor : partiality
muskyhaving an odor of or resembling musk
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment
putrefyto make putrid
smudgeto make a smudge on