GRE Word List

NOOSE

a loop with a slipknot that binds closer the more it is drawn

The meaning of the word noose is a loop with a slipknot that binds closer the more it is drawn.

Random words

WordMeaning
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
notorietythe quality or state of being notorious
malicioushaving or showing a desire to cause harm to someone : given to, marked by, or arising from malice
hypocriticalcharacterized by behavior that contradicts what one claims to believe or feel : characterized by hypocrisy
gossamera film of cobwebs floating in air in calm clear weather
leniencythe quality or state of being lenient
discreditto refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve
confideto have confidence : trust
saturateto satisfy fully : satiate
glowerto look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger