GRE Word List

PUGILIST

fighter

The meaning of the word pugilist is fighter.

Random words

WordMeaning
scoffan expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe
quaffto drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously
scrapsfragments of discarded or leftover food
defrockto deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office
contagiona contagious disease
surgeto rise and fall actively : toss
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
reserveto hold in reserve : keep back
facadethe front of a building
fracasa noisy quarrel : brawl