GRE Word List

RAG

a waste piece of cloth

The meaning of the word rag is a waste piece of cloth.

Random words

WordMeaning
antecedentsa substantive word, phrase, or clause whose denotation is referred to by a pronoun that typically follows the substantive (such as John in "Mary saw John and called to him")
versatileembracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills
sturdyfirmly built or constituted : stout
mutedbeing mute : silent
effusionan act of effusing
glowerto look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger
mortifyto subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame
derelictabandoned especially by the owner or occupant
clangora resounding clang or medley of clangs
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment