GRE Word List

RAVENOUS

rapacious

The meaning of the word ravenous is rapacious.

Random words

WordMeaning
drawto cause to move continuously toward or after a force applied in advance : pull
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
mantlea loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak
contentiouslikely to cause disagreement or argument
fashionthe prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time
beseechto beg for urgently or anxiously
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
killjoyone who spoils the pleasure of others
shama trick that deludes : hoax
pretendto give a false appearance of being, possessing, or performing