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 |
|---|---|
| protrude | to jut out from the surrounding surface or context |
| representational | one that represents: such as |
| circumspect | careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent |
| molten | fused or liquefied by heat : melted |
| pliant | pliable |
| savor | the taste or smell of something |
| reprieve | to delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner) |
| prevail | to gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph |
| prolixity | unduly prolonged or drawn out : too long |
| peregrination | to travel especially on foot : walk |