GRE Word List
QUIRK
an abrupt twist or curve
The meaning of the word quirk is an abrupt twist or curve.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| spangle | a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing |
| virus | any of a large group of submicroscopic infectious agents that are usually regarded as nonliving extremely complex molecules, that typically contain a protein coat surrounding an RNA or DNA core of genetic material but no semipermeable membrane, that are capable of growth and multiplication only in living cells, and that cause various important diseases in humans, animals, and plants |
| didactic | designed or intended to teach |
| vulture | any of various large birds (families Accipitridae and Cathartidae) that are related to the hawks, eagles, and falcons but have weaker claws and the head usually naked and that subsist chiefly or entirely on carrion |
| mirth | gladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter |
| wistful | full of yearning or desire tinged with melancholy |
| fructify | to bear fruit |
| realm | kingdom |
| anarchist | a person who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling power |
| brave | having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage |