GRE Word List
SKIM
to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance
The meaning of the word skim is to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ambrosia | the food of the Greek and Roman gods |
| amass | to collect for oneself : accumulate |
| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |
| arrogance | an attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions |
| collusion | secret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose |
| arcade | a long arched building or gallery |
| raspy | harsh |
| holocaust | a sacrifice (see sacrifice |
| audit | a formal examination of an organization's or individual's accounts or financial situation |
| pert | saucily free and forward : flippantly cocky and assured |