GRE Word List
REFRACTORY
resisting control or authority : stubborn
The meaning of the word refractory is resisting control or authority : stubborn.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fuddle | booze |
| apparent | open to view : visible |
| rampant | rearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended |
| retentive | having the power, property, or capacity of retaining |
| maudlin | drunk enough to be emotionally silly |
| clique | a narrow exclusive circle or group of persons |
| oath | a solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says |
| castrate | to deprive (a male animal or person) of the testes |
| forward | near, being at, or belonging to the forepart |
| cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |