GRE Word List

MAUDLIN

drunk enough to be emotionally silly

The meaning of the word maudlin is drunk enough to be emotionally silly.

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tarnishto dull or destroy the luster of by or as if by air, dust, or dirt : soil
tendto exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce
talonthe claw of an animal and especially of a bird of prey
finitehaving definite or definable limits
usagefirmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure
lavishexpending or bestowing profusely : prodigal
abusiveusing harsh, insulting language
velocityquickness of motion : speed
chalicea drinking cup : goblet
compulsionan act of compelling