GRE Word List
SKINFLINT
a person who would save, gain, or extort money by any means : miser
The meaning of the word skinflint is a person who would save, gain, or extort money by any means : miser.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| gratuitous | not called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted |
| revoke | to annul by recalling or taking back : rescind |
| emulate | to strive to equal or excel |
| forthright | free from ambiguity or evasiveness : going straight to the point |
| cordon | an ornamental cord or ribbon |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| gingerly | very cautious or careful |
| premonitory | giving warning |
| troth | loyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity |
| plait | pleat |