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 |
|---|---|
| actuarial | of or relating to actuaries |
| complementary | serving to fill out or complete |
| adversary | one that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent |
| marital | of or relating to marriage or the married state |
| accretion | the process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as |
| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| subsidiary | furnishing aid or support : auxiliary |
| dais | a raised platform (as in a hall or large room) |
| cohesion | the act or state of sticking together tightly |