GRE Word List

PREMONITORY

giving warning

The meaning of the word premonitory is giving warning.

Random words

WordMeaning
tauntto reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at
reminiscenceapprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence
pento shut in or as if in a pen
blandsmooth and soothing in manner or quality
siftto put through a sieve
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted
chastiseto censure severely : castigate
acquiesceto accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passively
beneficialproducing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors