GRE Word List

SHAMBLES

a meat market

The meaning of the word shambles is a meat market.

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WordMeaning
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
rehabilitateto restore to a former capacity : reinstate
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
battaliona considerable body of troops organized to act together : army
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
queasycausing nausea
vantagea position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view
chuckleto laugh inwardly or quietly
lancea steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry
winceto shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch