GRE Word List
SINISTER
singularly evil or productive of evil
The meaning of the word sinister is singularly evil or productive of evil.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rivulet | a small stream |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| germane | being at once relevant and appropriate : fitting |
| decry | to depreciate (something, such as a coin) officially or publicly |
| enclave | a distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory |
| succumb | to yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire |
| wrinkle | a small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease |
| gerontocracy | rule by elders |
| connoisseur | expert |
| limpid | marked by transparency (see transparent |