GRE Word List
REBUS
a representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound
The meaning of the word rebus is a representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| effective | producing a decided, decisive, or desired effect |
| kernel | the inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut |
| espouse | marry |
| carnal | relating to or given to crude bodily pleasures and appetites |
| defer | put off |
| jostle | to come in contact or into collision |
| dishearten | to cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale |
| prurient | marked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire |
| romp | one that romps |
| curb | an edging (as of concrete) built along a street to form part of a gutter |