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 |
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| rasp | to rub with something rough |
| somber | so shaded as to be dark and gloomy |
| coalesce | to grow together |
| prerogative | an exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as |
| conundrum | an intricate and difficult problem |
| intolerant | unable or unwilling to endure |
| volition | the power of choosing or determining : will |
| submerge | to put under water |
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| bemoan | to express deep grief or distress over |