GRE Word List
PORTLY
dignified
The meaning of the word portly is dignified.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| penumbra | a space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light |
| infringe | to encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another |
| pachyderm | any of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin |
| preeminent | having paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding |
| obstetrician | a physician specializing in obstetrics |
| perversion | the action of perverting : the condition of being perverted |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |
| thresh | to separate seed from (a harvested plant) mechanically |
| restraint | an act of restraining : the state of being restrained |
| engulf | to flow over and enclose : overwhelm |