GRE Word List

SCOWL

to contract the brow in an expression of displeasure

The meaning of the word scowl is to contract the brow in an expression of displeasure.

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WordMeaning
corroborateto support with evidence or authority : make more certain
cogentappealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
ecosystemthe complex of a community of organisms and its environment functioning as an ecological unit
memoiran official note or report : memorandum
masqueradea social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes
exhilaratingcausing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling
overwhelmupset
portendto give an omen or anticipatory sign of
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control