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 |
|---|---|
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| tome | book |
| stump | the basal portion of a bodily part remaining after the rest is removed |
| crinkle | to form many short bends or ripples |
| studied | carefully considered or prepared : thoughtful |
| wanderlust | strong longing for or impulse toward wandering |
| engulf | to flow over and enclose : overwhelm |
| flourish | to grow luxuriantly : thrive |
| casualty | a military person lost through death, wounds, injury, sickness, internment, or capture or through being missing in action |
| seedy | containing or full of seeds |