GRE Word List
MISCONSTRUE
interpret incorrectly; misinterpret; misjudge
The meaning of the word misconstrue is interpret incorrectly; misinterpret; misjudge.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| improvise | compose on the spur of the moment |
| repulse | reject with rudeness or coldness (an offer or friendship); drive back (an enemy attack); CF. repulse $\neq$ cause repulsion |
| asteroid | small planet |
| providence | quality of being provident; divine care; god's care; Providence: god; Ex. It seemed like providence that the doctor happened to be there; ADJ. providential: of divine providence; fortunate |
| cynical | skeptical or distrustful of human motives; N. cynicism; CF. cynic: person who believes all people are motivated by selfishness |
| decree | authoritative order; edict; judgment of a court of law; V: order or judge by decree |
| forlorn | sad and lonely; wretched; desolate |
| synthetic | not natural; artificial; resulting from synthesis; Ex. synthetic fiber; N. |
| timidity | lack of self-confidence or courage |
| amoral | nonmoral; having no understanding of right and wrong |
