GRE Word List
MIRE
wet spongy earth (as of a bog or marsh)
The meaning of the word mire is wet spongy earth (as of a bog or marsh).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| effervescence | the property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing |
| dire | exciting horror |
| idolatry | the worship of a physical object as a god |
| bloated | overfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc. |
| humane | marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals |
| interpolate | to alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter |
| inaugurate | to induct into an office with suitable ceremonies |
| rightful | just |
| sophomoric | conceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature |
| array | to dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn |