GRE Word List
SATURNINE
born under or influenced astrologically by the planet Saturn
The meaning of the word saturnine is born under or influenced astrologically by the planet Saturn.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nutrition | the act or process of nourishing or being nourished |
| bate | to reduce the force or intensity of : restrain |
| determination | a judicial decision settling and ending a controversy |
| censure | a judgment involving condemnation |
| sallow | any of several Old World broad-leaved willows (such as Salix caprea) including important sources of charcoal and tanbark |
| witticism | a cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark |
| crestfallen | having a drooping crest or hanging head |
| expedient | suitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance |
| recalcitrant | obstinately defiant of authority or restraint |
| ludicrous | amusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity |