GRE Word List
PITHY
consisting of or abounding in pith
The meaning of the word pithy is consisting of or abounding in pith.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| eddy | a current of water or air running contrary to the main current |
| vex | to bring trouble, distress, or agitation to |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| overbearing | tending to overwhelm : overpowering |
| accost | to approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way |
| parley | to speak with another : confer |
| alliteration | the repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs) |
| diaphanous | characterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through |
| disport | sport |
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |