GRE Word List
SHEAR
to cut off the hair from
The meaning of the word shear is to cut off the hair from.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| harrowing | acutely distressing or painful |
| encircle | to form a circle around : surround |
| avantgarde | group of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard |
| propulsive | tending or having power to propel |
| depravity | a corrupt act or practice |
| carnage | the flesh of slain animals or humans |
| thresh | to separate seed from (a harvested plant) mechanically |
| anoint | to smear or rub with oil or an oily substance |
| trepidation | a nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension |
| firebrand | a piece of burning wood |