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 |
|---|---|
| patrimony | an estate inherited from one's father or ancestor |
| mediocre | of moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary |
| allure | to entice by charm or attraction |
| erroneous | containing or characterized by error : mistaken |
| stock | a store or supply accumulated or available |
| contrivance | a thing contrived |
| fortitude | strength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage |
| limber | having a supple and resilient quality (as of mind or body) : agile |
| valedictory | of or relating to a valediction : expressing or containing a farewell |
| sustain | to give support or relief to |