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
unscathedwholly unharmed : not injured
blunthaving an edge or point that is not sharp
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timiditylacking in courage or self-confidence
steeplofty
mysticmystical
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
franticemotionally out of control
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chagrindisquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure