GRE Word List
RANCID
having an unpleasant smell or taste usually from chemical change or decomposition
The meaning of the word rancid is having an unpleasant smell or taste usually from chemical change or decomposition.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| transmute | to change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form |
| derogatory | expressive of a low opinion : disparaging |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| chivalrous | valiant |
| kindred | of a similar nature or character : like |
| sluice | an artificial passage for water (as in a millstream) fitted with a valve or gate for stopping or regulating flow |
| pinnace | a light sailing ship |
| rakish | of, relating to, or characteristic of a rake : dissolute |
| cunning | dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end |
| grapple | the act or an instance of grappling |