GRE Word List

PLOY

escapade

The meaning of the word ploy is escapade.

Random words

WordMeaning
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment
disjointedbeing thrown out of orderly function
lasciviousfilled with or showing sexual desire : lewd
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
inquisitivegiven to examination or investigation
dabbleto work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest
madrigala medieval short lyrical poem in a strict poetic form
disinclinationa preference for avoiding something : slight aversion
kenthe range of perception, understanding, or knowledge
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique