GRE Word List

PARAMOUR

lover

The meaning of the word paramour is lover.

Random words

WordMeaning
glareto shine with a harsh uncomfortably brilliant light
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
wafflea crisp cake of batter baked in a waffle iron
lavishexpending or bestowing profusely : prodigal
vegetateto lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind
charismaa personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader)
pacifistan adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes
transparenthaving the property of transmitting light without appreciable scattering so that bodies lying beyond are seen clearly : pellucid
fruitionpleasurable use or possession : enjoyment