GRE Word List
PROWESS
distinguished bravery
The meaning of the word prowess is distinguished bravery.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| humid | containing or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive |
| swear-word | word considered offensive; Ex. ``bloody'' |
| unassuaged | not quenched, eased, or satisfied : not assuaged |
| astigmatism | a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| compartment | a separate division or section |
| meager | having little flesh : thin |
| derogatory | expressive of a low opinion : disparaging |
| paradox | one (such as a person, situation, or action) having seemingly contradictory qualities or phases |
| droll | having a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality |