GRE Word List

MINATORY

having a menacing quality

The meaning of the word minatory is having a menacing quality.

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WordMeaning
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
reputedhaving a good repute : reputable
unsightlynot pleasing to the sight : not comely
expeditiousmarked by or acting with prompt efficiency
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
shearto cut off the hair from
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
notableworthy of note : remarkable
compliancethe act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion
petulantinsolent or rude in speech or behavior