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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| subversive | the act of subverting : the state of being subverted |
| connubial | of or relating to the married state : conjugal |
| warble | a melodious succession of low pleasing sounds |
| adorn | to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects |
| ardor | an often restless or transitory warmth of feeling |
| niggle | trifle |
| abase | to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem |
| ration | a food allowance for one day |
| deplete | to empty of a principal substance |
| flounder | flatfish |