GRE Word List
PRIM
to give a prim or demure expression to
The meaning of the word prim is to give a prim or demure expression to.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| stint | a period of time spent at a particular activity |
| stoop | to bend the body or a part of the body forward and downward sometimes simultaneously bending the knees |
| harbinger | something that foreshadows a future event : something that gives an anticipatory sign of what is to come |
| forestall | to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures |
| quaff | to drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously |
| stoke | to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel |
| slew | a large number |
| mordant | biting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive |
| baleful | deadly or pernicious in influence |
| outcast | one that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah |