GRE Word List
PRONG
pointed projecting part
The meaning of the word prong is pointed projecting part.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| obstinate | stubborn; hard to control or treat; Ex. obstinate cough; N. obstinacy |
| defiance | refusal to yield; resistance; V. defy; ADJ. defiant |
| mincing | affectedly dainty(delicate); V. mince: cut (esp. meat) into very small pieces; walk with exaggerated primness; walk in an unnatural way, taking little short steps; Ex. The actor minced across the stage; CF. mincemeat; CF. mincer |
| savor | enjoy; have a distinctive flavor, smell, or quality; N: taste or smell; distinctive quality |
| temporize | gain time as by postponing an action; avoid committing oneself |
| incontrovertible | indisputable; impossible to dispute; not open to question; unquestionable |
| begrudge | envy; give or allow unwillingly; grudge; Ex. We shouldn't begrudge him his success. |
| palliate | ease pain (without curing); make less severe or offensive (a crime or illness) |
| obviate | make unnecessary; get rid of; Ex. obviate the need |
| feign | pretend |