GRE Word List
PALTRY
inferior
The meaning of the word paltry is inferior.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hue_and_cry | outcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule |
| lexicon | a book containing an alphabetical arrangement of the words in a language and their definitions : dictionary |
| leeway | an allowable margin of freedom or variation : tolerance |
| environ | encircle |
| layman | a person who is not a member of the clergy |
| virile | having traditionally masculine traits especially to a marked degree |
| contrive | devise |
| brave | having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage |
| anguish | extreme pain, distress, or anxiety |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |