GRE Word List

RAMSHACKLE

appearing ready to collapse : rickety

The meaning of the word ramshackle is appearing ready to collapse : rickety.

Random words

WordMeaning
inscrutablenot readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
excerpta passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
limboan abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism
askancewith disapproval or distrust : scornfully
repudiateto refuse to accept
exhortto incite by argument or advice : urge strongly
lavishexpending or bestowing profusely : prodigal
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice