GRE Word List

MAWKISH

lacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste

The meaning of the word mawkish is lacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste.

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WordMeaning
palatableagreeable to the palate or taste
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
flicka light sharp jerky stroke or movement
egotisticalcharacterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance
agitateto excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb
meditationa discourse intended to express its author's reflections or to guide others in contemplation
abodethe place where one lives : home
conceitfavorable opinion
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
explicitfully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent