GRE Word List

MERETRICIOUS

of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution

The meaning of the word meretricious is of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution.

Random words

WordMeaning
mortifyto subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame
deterrentserving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter
unwontedbeing out of the ordinary : rare
burgeonto send forth new growth (such as buds or branches) : sprout
precisa concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts
levitateto rise or float in or as if in the air especially in seeming defiance of gravitation
suppositionsomething that is supposed : hypothesis
tableta flat slab or plaque suited for or bearing an inscription
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
sluggishaverse to activity or exertion : indolent