GRE Word List
POISE
balance
The meaning of the word poise is balance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| centrifuge | a machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects |
| spasmodic | relating to or affected or characterized by spasm |
| mollify | to soothe in temper or disposition : appease |
| causal | expressing or indicating cause : causative |
| resentment | a feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury |
| hummock | a rounded knoll or hillock |
| sundry | including many things of different kinds : miscellaneous |
| swelter | to suffer, sweat, or be faint from heat |
| gerrymander | the act or method of gerrymandering |
| trim | to remove by or as if by cutting |