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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| amphitheater | an oval or circular building with rising tiers of seats ranged about an open space and used in ancient Rome especially for contests and spectacles |
| epilogue | a concluding section that rounds out the design of a literary work |
| dauntless | incapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless |
| trifle | something of little value, substance, or importance |
| unwarranted | lacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified |
| hostage | a person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement |
| prosperous | auspicious |
| sour | being, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids and is characteristic of lemon juice |
| renown | a state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame |
| dishonor | lack or loss of honor or reputation |