GRE Word List
PUNGENT
sharply painful
The meaning of the word pungent is sharply painful.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| compatible | capable of existing together in harmony |
| versatile | embracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills |
| sultry | very hot and humid : sweltering |
| retort | to pay or hurl back : return |
| pedagogue | teacher |
| collateral | property (such as securities) pledged by a borrower to protect the interests of the lender |
| resentment | a feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury |
| mulct | fine |
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| engaged | involved in activity : occupied |