GRE Word List

MOTLEY

variegated in color

The meaning of the word motley is variegated in color.

Random words

WordMeaning
ellipsisthe omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete
apothegma short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism
despoilto strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage
circuita usually circular line encompassing an area
charismaa personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader)
genealogyan account of the descent of a person, family, or group from an ancestor or from older forms
inimicalbeing adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence
enormityan outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act
infernalof or relating to a nether world of the dead
refractoryresisting control or authority : stubborn