GRE Word List

REPOSE

a state of resting after exertion or strain

The meaning of the word repose is a state of resting after exertion or strain.

Random words

WordMeaning
disheveledmarked by disorder or disarray
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
decorumliterary and dramatic propriety : fitness
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
conjectureinference formed without proof or sufficient evidence
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
haggleto cut roughly or clumsily : hack
alliterationthe repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs)
jaunta usually short journey or excursion undertaken especially for pleasure
feintsomething feigned