GRE Word List

NUANCE

a subtle distinction or variation

The meaning of the word nuance is a subtle distinction or variation.

Random words

WordMeaning
torsothe human body apart from the head, neck, arms, and legs : the human trunk
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
enterprisea project or undertaking that is especially difficult, complicated, or risky
augmentto make greater, more numerous, larger, or more intense
winceto shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
pliantpliable
animadversiona critical and usually censorious remark
incidentan occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening
razeto destroy to the ground : demolish