GRE Word List
SCABBARD
a sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet
The meaning of the word scabbard is a sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| benevolent | marked by or disposed to doing good |
| conscript | a conscripted person (such as a military recruit) |
| peevish | querulous in temperament or mood : fretful |
| sate | satisfy to the full; satisfy to excess; cloy |
| grim | fierce in disposition or action : savage |
| precept | a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action |
| prompt | to move to action : incite |
| nefarious | flagrantly wicked or impious : evil |
| placate | to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease |
| executor | one who executes something |