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 |
|---|---|
| quirk | an abrupt twist or curve |
| inveterate | confirmed in a habit : habitual |
| tangible | capable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable |
| buffoonery | foolish or playful behavior or practice |
| flutter | to flap the wings rapidly |
| pell-mell | in mingled confusion or disorder |
| overt | open to view : manifest |
| endear | to cause to become beloved or admired |
| analogy | a comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect |
| conceit | favorable opinion |