GRE Word List
POISE
balance
The meaning of the word poise is balance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| gull | any of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae) |
| charlatan | quack |
| elastic | capable of recovering size and shape after deformation |
| proviso | an article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition |
| kneel | to position the body so that one or both knees rest on the floor |
| enliven | to give life, action, or spirit to : animate |
| fundamental | serving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic |
| gullible | easily duped or cheated |
| fringe | an ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band |
| toady | one who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant |