GRE Word List

MORIBUND

being in the state of dying : approaching death

The meaning of the word moribund is being in the state of dying : approaching death.

Random words

WordMeaning
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
aplombcomplete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise
genteelhaving an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish
apparitionan unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon
qualifyto reduce from a general to a particular or restricted form : modify
adventitiouscoming from another source and not inherent or innate
balefuldeadly or pernicious in influence
morguea place where the bodies of dead persons are kept temporarily pending identification or release for burial or autopsy
invectiveinsulting or abusive language : vituperation
debunkto expose the sham (see sham