GRE Word List
RETIRING
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The meaning of the word retiring is reserved.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| phoenix | a legendary bird which according to one account lived 500 years, burned itself to ashes on a pyre, and rose alive from the ashes to live another period |
| vivid | very strong : very high in chroma |
| mettle | vigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament |
| fluster | to put into a state of agitated confusion : upset |
| loft | an upper room or floor : attic |
| disport | sport |
| maculated | marked with spots : blotched |
| hierarchy | a division of angels |
| bleak | exposed and barren and often windswept |
| frock | an outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit |