GRE Word List

PUNGENT

sharply painful

The meaning of the word pungent is sharply painful.

Random words

WordMeaning
malapropismthe usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase
insouciantlighthearted unconcern : nonchalance
confiscateappropriated by the government : forfeited
apocryphalof doubtful authenticity : spurious
canarda false or unfounded report or story
fouloffensive to the senses : loathsome
distendextend
husbandrythe cultivation or production of plants or animals : agriculture
smirkto smile in a smug or condescending way
idolatrythe worship of a physical object as a god