GRE Word List

OVERWROUGHT

extremely excited : agitated

The meaning of the word overwrought is extremely excited : agitated.

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WordMeaning
amendto put right
frivolousof little weight or importance
baroqueof, 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
bulwarka solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart
authoritativehaving, marked by, or proceeding from authority
pacifyto allay the anger or agitation of : soothe
requisiteneeded for a particular purpose : essential
ordainto invest (see invest
paradigmexample
smirkto smile in a smug or condescending way