GRE Word List

RAGAMUFFIN

a ragged often disreputable person

The meaning of the word ragamuffin is a ragged often disreputable person.

Random words

WordMeaning
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
paraphernaliathe separate real or personal property of a married woman that she can dispose of by will and sometimes according to common law during her life
emollientmaking soft or supple
rostera roll or list of personnel
undertakerone who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur
inconsequentialof no significance : unimportant
barda tribal poet-singer skilled in composing and reciting verses on heroes and their deeds
grandeurthe quality or state of being grand : magnificence
jurisdictionthe power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged