GRE Word List

PRY

to look closely or inquisitively

The meaning of the word pry is to look closely or inquisitively.

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WordMeaning
begrudgeto give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure
ogleto glance with amorous invitation or challenge
coincorner
vicariousexperienced or realized through imaginative or sympathetic participation in the experience of another
floutto treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn
hallowedholy
absolveto set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt
executiveof or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
disparitya noticeable and usually significant difference or dissimilarity