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
| Word | Meaning |
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| bludgeon | a short stick that usually has one thick or loaded end and is used as a weapon |
| retroactive | extending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past |
| forensic | belonging to, used in, or suitable to courts of judicature or to public discussion and debate |
| rebate | to reduce the force or activity of : diminish |
| humid | containing or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive |
| avuncular | suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality |
| inarticulate | incapable of giving coherent, clear, or effective expression to one's ideas or feelings |
| acrophobia | abnormal dread of being in a high place : fear of heights |
| rumble | to make a low heavy rolling sound |
| unravel | to disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle |