GRE Word List
RUSE
a wily subterfuge
The meaning of the word ruse is a wily subterfuge.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prognosis | the prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case |
| appropriate | especially suitable or compatible : fitting |
| surge | to rise and fall actively : toss |
| mangy | affected with or resulting from mange |
| static | exerting force by reason of weight alone without motion |
| idolatry | the worship of a physical object as a god |
| list | a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects) |
| auspicious | showing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious |
| cliche | a trite phrase or expression |
| formidable | causing fear, dread, or apprehension |