GRE Word List
MANTLE
a loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak
The meaning of the word mantle is a loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abate | to decrease in force or intensity |
| demolition | the act of demolishing |
| occident | west |
| abeyance | a state of temporary inactivity : suspension |
| agog | full of intense interest or excitement : eager |
| droop | to hang or incline downward |
| rampant | rearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended |
| blase | apathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary |
| barb | a medieval cloth headdress passing over or under the chin and covering the neck |
| misconduct | mismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities |