GRE Word List

MANGY

affected with or resulting from mange

The meaning of the word mangy is affected with or resulting from mange.

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WordMeaning
discriminateto mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate
trappingsoutward signs
novaa star that suddenly increases its light output tremendously and then fades away to its former obscurity in a few months or years
pinnaclean upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttress
bivouaca usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter
shiftto exchange for or replace by another : change
impalpableincapable of being felt by touch : intangible
evasivetending or intended to evade : equivocal
domicilea dwelling place : place of residence : home