GRE Word List

PREPOSTEROUS

contrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd

The meaning of the word preposterous is contrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd.

Random words

WordMeaning
diminutionthe act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease
rapturean expression or manifestation of ecstasy or passion
taciturntemperamentally disinclined to talk
hereafterafter this in sequence or in time
queruloushabitually complaining
intoxicateto excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
appreciateto grasp the nature, worth, quality, or significance of
meleea confused struggle
pyromaniaca person who has an uncontrollable impulse to start fires : a person affected by pyromania