GRE Word List
MURKY
characterized by a heavy dimness or obscurity caused by or like that caused by overhanging fog or smoke
The meaning of the word murky is characterized by a heavy dimness or obscurity caused by or like that caused by overhanging fog or smoke.
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|---|---|
| mettle | vigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament |
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| persevere | to persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counterinfluences, opposition, or discouragement |
| contrive | devise |
| prodigy | a highly talented child or youth |
| effective | producing a decided, decisive, or desired effect |
| skulk | to move in a stealthy or furtive manner |
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| tribunal | a court or forum of justice |