GRE Word List
PUNGENT
stinging; acrid; sharp in taste or smell; (of speech or writing) caustic; N. pungency
The meaning of the word pungent is stinging; acrid; sharp in taste or smell; (of speech or writing) caustic; N. pungency.
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Word | Meaning |
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sheer | pure; thin and transparent; very steep |
incognito | with identity concealed; using an assumed name; ADJ. |
totem | animal, plant, or natural object serving as a symbol of a clan or family; representation of this; Ex. totem pole |
cumbersome | heavy and awkward to carry or wear; burdensome; Ex. cumbersome parcel/uniform |
domicile | home; V. ADJ. domiciled: having one's domicile; Ex. He is domiciled in Britain. |
hazy | slightly obscure; misty; unclear; N. haze: light mist or smoke; confused state of mind |
pander | cater to (the low desires of others) |
embroider | decorate with needlework; ornament (a story) with fancy or fictitious details; embellish |
brochure | pamphlet |
vital | full of life; animated; vibrant and lively; critical; of great importance; necessary to stay alive; of life; living; breathing; N. vitality; V. vitalize |