GRE Word List

SLEW

a large number

The meaning of the word slew is a large number.

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WordMeaning
bitinghaving the power to bite
arroyoa watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
dismissto permit or cause to leave
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted
avantgardegroup of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
bemusedmarked by confusion or bewilderment : dazed
whorla drum-shaped section on the lower part of a spindle in spinning or weaving machinery serving as a pulley for the tape drive that rotates the spindle