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 |
|---|---|
| cession | a yielding to another : concession |
| advocacy | the act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate |
| innovation | a new idea, method, or device : novelty |
| humdrum | monotonous |
| bestial | of or relating to beasts |
| abase | to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem |
| outwit | to get the better of by superior cleverness : outsmart |
| depreciate | to lower in honor or esteem |
| penury | a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money) |
| airy | of or relating to air : atmospheric |