GRE Word List

PLOY

escapade

The meaning of the word ploy is escapade.

Random words

WordMeaning
pharisaicalmarked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness
velocityquickness of motion : speed
expeditiousmarked by or acting with prompt efficiency
scoffan expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe
mantlea loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak
oscillateto swing backward and forward like a pendulum
foilto prevent from attaining an end : defeat
referendumthe principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative
proclivityan inclination or predisposition toward something
proscribeto publish the name of as condemned to death with the property of the condemned forfeited to the state