GRE Word List
SEVERITY
the quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh
The meaning of the word severity is the quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rightful | just |
| cunning | dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end |
| superannuated | outmoded |
| demerit | offense |
| coup | a sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'Γ©tat |
| aesthetic | of, relating to, or dealing with aesthetics or the beautiful |
| coda | a concluding musical section that is formally distinct from the main structure |
| commemorative | intended as a commemoration |
| ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |
| feint | something feigned |