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 |
|---|---|
| gratuity | something given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| staccato | cut short or apart in performing : disconnected |
| assay | to analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components |
| benison | blessing |
| puissant | having puissance : powerful |
| pundit | pandit |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| askance | with disapproval or distrust : scornfully |
| jollity | the quality or state of being jolly : merriment |