GRE Word List

OPPROBRIUM

something that brings disgrace

The meaning of the word opprobrium is something that brings disgrace.

Random words

WordMeaning
legatoin a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones)
maleficentworking or productive of harm or evil : baleful
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
hyperboleextravagant exaggeration (such as "mile-high ice-cream cones")
benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life
bulkmagnitude
warrantya real covenant binding the grantor of an estate and the grantor's heirs to warrant and defend the title
sophomoricconceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature
purchaseto obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy