GRE Word List
MALAPROPOS
in an inappropriate or inopportune way
The meaning of the word malapropos is in an inappropriate or inopportune way.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| deviate | to stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic |
| humdrum | monotonous |
| empirical | originating in or based on observation or experience |
| cursive | running |
| din | a loud continued noise |
| oath | a solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says |
| prosaic | characteristic of prose as distinguished from poetry : factual |
| rooster | an adult male domestic chicken |
| ecstasy | a state of overwhelming emotion |
| muted | being mute : silent |