GRE Word List
OAF
stupid awkward person; CF. elf
The meaning of the word oaf is stupid awkward person; CF. elf.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| apostate | one who abandons his religious faith or political beliefs; N. apostasy |
| covetous | avaricious; desirous of (someone else's possessions); V. covet: desire eagerly (someone else's possessions) |
| toss | throw lightly; move or lift (the head) with a sudden motion; flip (a coin) to decide something |
| sanction | approve; ratify; N: permission; penalty intended to enforce compliance |
| conundrum | riddle; difficult problem |
| stout | rather fat; strong in body; sturdy; resolute; determined; strong in determination; Ex. stout stick/supporter |
| anathema | solemn curse; someone or something regarded as a curse; V. anathematize |
| obsequy | funeral ceremony |
| mite | very small object or insect-like creature; small coin |
| mutinous | unruly; rebellious; Ex. mutinous teenagers; N. mutiny: open rebellion; CF. mutineer |
