GRE Word List
SHARD
a piece or fragment of a brittle substance
The meaning of the word shard is a piece or fragment of a brittle substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| ennui | a feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom |
| unkempt | not combed |
| impede | to interfere with or slow the progress of |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| vituperative | uttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse |
| bravado | blustering swaggering conduct |
| unfrock | defrock |
| granary | a storehouse for threshed grain |
| embroider | to ornament with needlework |