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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| quizzical | comically quaint |
| taper | to become progressively smaller toward one end |
| amphitheater | an oval or circular building with rising tiers of seats ranged about an open space and used in ancient Rome especially for contests and spectacles |
| condescend | to assume an air of superiority |
| humanitarian | a person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist |
| broil | to cook by direct exposure to radiant heat : grill |
| grovel | to creep with the face to the ground : crawl |
| elucidate | to make lucid especially by explanation or analysis |
| abolish | to end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul |
| fuddle | booze |