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 |
|---|---|
| mandate | an authoritative command |
| commensurate | corresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |
| writhe | to twist into coils or folds |
| juggernaut | a massive inexorable force, campaign, movement, or object that crushes whatever is in its path |
| obfuscate | to throw into shadow : darken |
| desiccate | to dry up |
| vainglorious | marked by vainglory : boastful |
| commandeer | to compel to perform military service |