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
ragamuffina ragged often disreputable person
mimean ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner
manifestreadily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight
allegorythe expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence
regimenta military unit consisting usually of a number of battalions
bogusnot genuine : counterfeit
sacrilegiouscommitting or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object
egressa place or means of going out : exit
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
sophisticateddeprived of native or original simplicity: such as