GRE Word List

PROWESS

distinguished bravery

The meaning of the word prowess is distinguished bravery.

Random words

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arborealof, relating to, or resembling a tree
frescothe art of painting on freshly spread moist lime plaster with water-based pigments
forda shallow part of a body of water that may be crossed by wading
groucha fit of bad temper
irreproachablenot reproachable : blameless
horticulturalthe science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants
bulwarka solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart
talonthe claw of an animal and especially of a bird of prey
quaya structure built parallel to the bank of a waterway for use as a landing place
atheistica person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism