GRE Word List
SMEAR
a viscous or sticky substance
The meaning of the word smear is a viscous or sticky substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| stockade | a line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense |
| impalpable | incapable of being felt by touch : intangible |
| egoism | a doctrine that individual self-interest is the actual motive of all conscious action |
| despoil | to strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage |
| malapropism | the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase |
| nihilist | a viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless |
| franchise | the right or license granted to an individual or group to market a company's goods or services in a particular territory |
| impel | to urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force |
| lumen | the cavity of a tubular organ or part |
| dexterous | mentally adroit and skillful : clever |