GRE Word List
RECREANT
crying for mercy : cowardly
The meaning of the word recreant is crying for mercy : cowardly.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| factotum | a person having many diverse activities or responsibilities |
| celibate | of, relating to, or characterized by celibacy: |
| smart | having or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent |
| vigil | the act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary |
| wretch | a miserable person : one who is profoundly unhappy or in great misfortune |
| stoke | to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel |
| adjuration | a solemn oath |
| ferment | to undergo fermentation |
| tempestuous | of, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent |
| indices | signs; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index |