GRE Word List
PRY
to look closely or inquisitively
The meaning of the word pry is to look closely or inquisitively.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| effectual | producing or able to produce a desired effect |
| puissant | having puissance : powerful |
| impromptu | made, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised |
| volatile | characterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change |
| bookish | of or relating to books |
| reciprocal | inversely related : opposite |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| defunct | no longer living, existing, or functioning |
| tithe | a tenth part of something paid as a voluntary contribution or as a tax especially for the support of a religious establishment |
| blithe | lacking due thought or consideration : casual |