GRE Word List

PRODIGIOUS

causing amazement or wonder

The meaning of the word prodigious is causing amazement or wonder.

Random words

WordMeaning
diabolicalof, relating to, or characteristic of the devil : devilish
nonplusa state of bafflement or perplexity : quandary
pachydermany of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin
forthrightfree from ambiguity or evasiveness : going straight to the point
physiognomythe art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
temerityunreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger or opposition : rashness
connotationsomething suggested by a word or thing : implication
laconicusing or involving the use of a minimum of words : concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious
recriminationa retaliatory accusation
deb\^aclesudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster