GRE Word List

MAUVE

a moderate purple, violet, or lilac color

The meaning of the word mauve is a moderate purple, violet, or lilac color.

Random words

WordMeaning
besmirchto cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully
ferociousexhibiting or given to extreme fierceness and unrestrained violence and brutality
benefactorsomeone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness
retentivehaving the power, property, or capacity of retaining
tatterto make ragged
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior
gullibleeasily duped or cheated
chroniclea historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation
skulkto move in a stealthy or furtive manner