GRE Word List
MERCURIAL
of, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury
The meaning of the word mercurial is of, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tangible | capable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable |
| incite | to move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on |
| archaic | having the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses |
| eulogistic | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| skim | to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance |
| adjuration | a solemn oath |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| quibble | to evade the point of an argument by caviling about words |
| venue | locale |
| chore | the regular or daily light work of a household or farm |