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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draughta rough written version of something that is not yet in its final form; to write the first rough version of something such as a letter, speech, book or law; to choose people and send them somewhere for a special task
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
ferventvery hot : glowing
acnea disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of the skin glands and hair follicles
crescendoa gradual increase
fiascoa complete failure
censora person who supervises conduct and morals: such as
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect
beleaguerbesiege
whelpany of the young of various carnivorous mammals and especially of the dog