GRE Word List
NUANCE
a subtle distinction or variation
The meaning of the word nuance is a subtle distinction or variation.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wrest | to pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements |
| listless | characterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit |
| furtive | done in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious |
| obscure | dark |
| prepossessing | creating prejudice |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| osseous | bony |
| rectify | to set right : remedy |
| earthy | of, relating to, or consisting of earth |
| amenable | liable to be brought to account : answerable |