GRE Word List
POISE
balance
The meaning of the word poise is balance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| intrepid | characterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance |
| hubbub | noise |
| recast | to cast again |
| pallid | deficient in color : wan |
| lap | a loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap especially of a garment |
| claustrophobia | abnormal dread of being in closed or narrow spaces |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| padre | a Christian clergyman |
| raiment | clothing |
| catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |