GRE Word List
RAUCOUS
disagreeably harsh or strident : hoarse
The meaning of the word raucous is disagreeably harsh or strident : hoarse.
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natal | native |
curb | an edging (as of concrete) built along a street to form part of a gutter |
infer | to derive as a conclusion from facts or premises |
lull | to cause to sleep or rest : soothe |
labyrinth | a place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys |
gaunt | excessively thin and angular |
prod | to thrust a pointed instrument into : prick |
acrimonious | angry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner |
adept | thoroughly proficient : expert |
rebuke | to criticize sharply : reprimand |