GRE Word List
PREDICAMENT
the character, status, or classification assigned by a predication
The meaning of the word predicament is the character, status, or classification assigned by a predication.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
| reprieve | to delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner) |
| nihilist | a viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless |
| opalescent | reflecting an iridescent light |
| devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |
| jab | to pierce or prod (someone or something) with or as if with a pointed object |
| hoodwink | to deceive by false appearance : dupe |
| overture | an initiative toward agreement or action : proposal |
| temper | heat of mind or emotion : proneness to anger : passion |
| discordant | being at variance : disagreeing |