GRE Word List

PUNGENT

sharply painful

The meaning of the word pungent is sharply painful.

Random words

WordMeaning
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
formalitycompliance with formal or conventional rules : ceremony
simplisticexcessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details
ruminantan animal that chews the cud
dissertationan extended usually written treatment of a subject
impersonalhaving no personal reference or connection
aristocracygovernment by the best individuals or by a small privileged class
overblownpast the prime of bloom
retractto draw back or in
demolitionthe act of demolishing