GRE Word List
PROWESS
distinguished bravery
The meaning of the word prowess is distinguished bravery.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| silt | loose sedimentary material with rock particles usually ¹/₂₀ millimeter or less in diameter |
| inimitable | not capable of being imitated : matchless |
| hortatory | hortative |
| linger | to be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry |
| furor | an angry or maniacal fit : rage |
| overwrought | extremely excited : agitated |
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| culprit | one accused of or charged with a crime |
| overbearing | tending to overwhelm : overpowering |
| melancholy | depression of spirits : dejection |