GRE Word List

MUSE

to become absorbed in thought

The meaning of the word muse is to become absorbed in thought.

Random words

WordMeaning
uproara state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance
mellifluoushaving a smooth rich flow
alliterationthe repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs)
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary
obloquya strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language
volatilecharacterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change
seditionincitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority
wangleto resort to trickery or devious methods
penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
hindrancethe state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered