GRE Word List

RAMSHACKLE

appearing ready to collapse : rickety

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

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tractablecapable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile
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legatoin a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones)
conciliatoryintended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate
modishfashionable
persistto go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning
omniscienthaving infinite awareness, understanding, and insight
transmuteto change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form
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commandeerto compel to perform military service