GRE Word List
MOLT
to shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically
The meaning of the word molt is to shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| discount | a reduction made from the gross (see gross |
| paradigm | example |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| assuage | to lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease |
| scourge | whip |
| agog | full of intense interest or excitement : eager |
| itinerant | traveling from place to place |
| putrid | being in a state of putrefaction : rotten |
| foolhardy | foolishly adventurous and bold : rash |
| obtuse | not pointed or acute : blunt |