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 |
|---|---|
| eminent | exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent |
| havoc | wide and general destruction : devastation |
| bluff | having a broad flattened front |
| rasp | to rub with something rough |
| lachrymose | given to tears or weeping : tearful |
| impetuous | marked by impulsive vehemence or passion |
| discerning | showing insight and understanding : discriminating |
| incredulity | the quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief |
| denizen | inhabitant |
| inveigle | to win over by wiles : entice |