GRE Word List
POISE
balance
The meaning of the word poise is balance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prelude | an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter |
| crust | the hardened exterior or surface part of bread |
| linger | to be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry |
| deluge | an overflowing of the land by water |
| archetype | the original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype |
| imbalance | lack of balance : the state of being out of equilibrium or out of proportion |
| spry | able to move quickly, easily, and lightly : nimble |
| scheme | a plan or program of action |
| bereaved | suffering the death of a loved one |
| denizen | inhabitant |