GRE Word List
RAMSHACKLE
appearing ready to collapse : rickety
The meaning of the word ramshackle is appearing ready to collapse : rickety.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tractable | capable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile |
| juxtapose | to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect) |
| legato | in a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones) |
| conciliatory | intended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate |
| modish | fashionable |
| persist | to go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning |
| omniscient | having infinite awareness, understanding, and insight |
| transmute | to change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form |
| foster | having, relating to, or being the relationship between a foster parent and the child who the foster parent cares for |
| commandeer | to compel to perform military service |