GRE Word List
SHADE
comparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light
The meaning of the word shade is comparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sporadic | occurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances |
| satire | a literary work holding up human vices and follies to ridicule or scorn |
| berserk | an ancient Scandinavian warrior frenzied in battle and held to be invulnerable |
| amiable | friendly, sociable, and congenial |
| imbue | endow |
| barb | a medieval cloth headdress passing over or under the chin and covering the neck |
| imprudent | not prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment |
| incredulity | the quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief |
| camaraderie | a spirit of friendly good-fellowship |
| stink | to emit a strong offensive odor |