GRE Word List
SALLOW
(of the skin) yellowish and unhealthy-looking; sickly in color; Ex. sallow complexion due to jaundice
The meaning of the word sallow is (of the skin) yellowish and unhealthy-looking; sickly in color; Ex. sallow complexion due to jaundice.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wage | begin and continue (a war) |
| longevity | long life; long duration |
| indentation | notch; deep recess; V. indent; CF. tooth |
| sumptuous | grand suggesting great expense; lavish; rich; Ex. sumptuous feast |
| chagrin | annoyance and disappointment; vexation (caused by humiliation or injured pride) |
| minute | extremely small; CF. minutes: official record of the proceedings at a meeting |
| pithy | concise and meaningful; substantial; meaty |
| desperado | reckless, desperate outlaw |
| broach | introduce as a subject; moot; open up |
| antediluvian | antiquated; extremely ancient |
