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 |
|---|---|
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
| anomalous | inconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular |
| temperate | having a moderate climate which especially lacks extremes in temperature |
| avenge | to take vengeance for or on behalf of |
| submissive | submitting to others |
| balmy | having the qualities of balm : soothing |
| stamp | to pound or crush with a pestle or a heavy instrument |
| effigy | an image or representation especially of a person |
| withstand | to stand up against : oppose with firm determination |
| elaboration | planned or carried out with great care |