GRE Word List
PENURY
a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)
The meaning of the word penury is a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contest | strive |
| verisimilar | having the appearance of truth : probable |
| coquette | a woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men |
| obloquy | a strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language |
| eulogistic | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| unfledged | not feathered : not ready for flight |
| lackadaisical | lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid |
| daze | to stupefy especially by a blow : stun |
| swill | wash |
| equipoise | a state of equilibrium |