GRE Word List

SHIRK

to go stealthily : sneak

The meaning of the word shirk is to go stealthily : sneak.

Random words

WordMeaning
alienateto cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed
restivestubbornly resisting control : balky
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally
genialitymarked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness
tawnyof the color tawny
permeablecapable of being permeated : penetrable
plumagethe feathers of a bird
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
relevanthaving significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand
succorrelief