GRE Word List
SHRIVEL
to draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture
The meaning of the word shrivel is to draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| phalanx | a body of heavily armed infantry in ancient Greece formed in close deep ranks and files |
| simplistic | excessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details |
| airy | of or relating to air : atmospheric |
| rag | a waste piece of cloth |
| explicate | to give a detailed explanation of |
| brunt | the principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack) |
| blatant | noisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous |
| insubordination | disobedient to authority |
| ragamuffin | a ragged often disreputable person |
| deliberate | to think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully |