GRE Word List
QUADRUPED
an animal having four feet
The meaning of the word quadruped is an animal having four feet.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wry | twist |
| variegated | having discrete markings of different colors |
| crest | a showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration |
| creep | to move along with the body prone and close to the ground |
| quintessence | the fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies |
| smirk | to smile in a smug or condescending way |
| catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |
| avert | to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance |
| engross | to copy or write in a large hand |
| propensity | an often intense natural inclination or preference |