GRE Word List
POISE
balance
The meaning of the word poise is balance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| supplicate | to make a humble entreaty |
| profligate | wildly extravagant |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| annuity | a sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals |
| execrate | to declare to be evil or detestable : denounce |
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| generality | the quality or state of being general |
| tremulous | characterized by or affected with trembling or tremors |
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| reputed | having a good repute : reputable |