GRE Word List
POISE
balance
The meaning of the word poise is balance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| eulogistic | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| scheme | a plan or program of action |
| demerit | offense |
| suspense | the state of being suspended : suspension |
| gamut | the whole series of recognized musical notes |
| estranged | having lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship |
| partial | of or relating to a part rather than the whole : not general or total |
| contempt | the act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain |
| suborn | to induce secretly to do an unlawful thing |
| talon | the claw of an animal and especially of a bird of prey |