GRE Word List

SMEAR

a viscous or sticky substance

The meaning of the word smear is a viscous or sticky substance.

Random words

WordMeaning
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
sporadicoccurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances
macean aromatic spice consisting of the dried external fibrous covering of a nutmeg
matineea musical or dramatic performance or social or public event held in the daytime and especially the afternoon
juga large deep container (as of glass, earthenware, or plastic) with a narrow mouth and a handle
volleythe flight of the ball (as in volleyball or tennis) or its course before striking the ground
retrieveto locate and bring in (killed or wounded game)
remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless
authoritarianof, relating to, or favoring blind submission to authority
outstripto go faster or farther than