GRE Word List
OSSEOUS
bony
The meaning of the word osseous is bony.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| medium | something in a middle position |
| baroque | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension |
| finish | to come to an end : terminate |
| amok | an episode of sudden mass assault against people or objects usually by a single individual following a period of brooding that has traditionally been regarded as occurring especially in Malaysian culture but is now increasingly viewed as psychopathological behavior occurring worldwide in numerous countries and cultures |
| fusillade | a number of shots fired simultaneously or in rapid succession |
| caldron | a large kettle or boiler |
| withhold | to hold back from action : check |
| castigation | to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism |
| vintner | a wine merchant |
| dingy | dirty |