GRE Word List
RUSE
a wily subterfuge
The meaning of the word ruse is a wily subterfuge.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sear | being dried and withered |
| concurrent | operating or occurring at the same time |
| docile | easily taught |
| parchment | the skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on |
| cordial | showing or marked by warm and often hearty friendliness, favor, or approval |
| tempo | the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking |
| labyrinth | a place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| pittance | a small portion, amount, or allowance |
| nauseate | to become affected with nausea |