GRE Word List
PORTLY
dignified
The meaning of the word portly is dignified.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cross | a structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution |
| anneal | to heat and then cool (a material, such as steel or glass) usually for softening and making less brittle |
| fancied | imagined or believed to be true or real |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| canny | clever |
| wrath | strong vengeful anger or indignation |
| erode | to diminish or destroy by degrees: |
| murky | characterized by a heavy dimness or obscurity caused by or like that caused by overhanging fog or smoke |
| sibling | sib |
| industrious | constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent |