GRE Word List

METE

to give out by measure : dole out

The meaning of the word mete is to give out by measure : dole out.

Random words

WordMeaning
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore
minutiaea minute or minor detail
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
erratichaving no fixed course : wandering
abjectsunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe
pineany of a genus (Pinus of the family Pinaceae, the pine family) of coniferous evergreen trees that have slender elongated needles and include some valuable timber trees and ornamentals
inconsequentialof no significance : unimportant
aspersiona false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation