GRE Word List
MALODOROUS
having a bad odor
The meaning of the word malodorous is having a bad odor.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| arcade | a long arched building or gallery |
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| recapitulate | to retell or restate briefly : summarize |
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| gruesome | inspiring horror or repulsion : grisly |
| lumber | to move ponderously |
| nourish | nurture |
| edict | a proclamation having the force of law |
| conscript | a conscripted person (such as a military recruit) |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |