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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| misconstrue | to interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret |
| bestow | to put to use : apply |
| pernicious | highly injurious or destructive : deadly |
| mayhem | needless or willful damage or violence |
| haggle | to cut roughly or clumsily : hack |
| confide | to have confidence : trust |
| pediatrician | a specialist in pediatrics |
| glib | showing little forethought or preparation : offhand |
| manifesto | a written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer |
| billowing | wave |