GRE Word List
RAVENOUS
rapacious
The meaning of the word ravenous is rapacious.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| draw | to cause to move continuously toward or after a force applied in advance : pull |
| euphemism | the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant |
| mantle | a loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak |
| contentious | likely to cause disagreement or argument |
| fashion | the prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time |
| beseech | to beg for urgently or anxiously |
| prelude | an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter |
| killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |
| sham | a trick that deludes : hoax |
| pretend | to give a false appearance of being, possessing, or performing |