GRE Word List

QUAGMIRE

soft miry land that shakes or yields under the foot

The meaning of the word quagmire is soft miry land that shakes or yields under the foot.

Random words

WordMeaning
pillorya device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
disingenuouslacking in candor
cullto select from a group : choose
limberhaving a supple and resilient quality (as of mind or body) : agile
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
fidelitythe quality or state of being faithful
warrena place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant)
masochista person who derives sexual gratification from being subjected to physical pain or humiliation : an individual given to masochism
cursiverunning