GRE Word List
SMIRK
conceited smile; offensively self-satisfied smile (often at someone else's misfortune); V.
The meaning of the word smirk is conceited smile; offensively self-satisfied smile (often at someone else's misfortune); V..
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| natty | neatly or smartly dressed; dapper; smart; Ex. natty dresser |
| gracious | kind in a generous way (to someone less important) |
| respite | time for rest; interval of relief; delay in punishment; reprieve |
| murmur | low, indistinct, continuous sound; V. CF. mumble |
| fleece | wool coat of a sheep; V: shear the fleece from; rob by a trick; swindle; plunder |
| buttress | support; prop up; N. stationary structure to support wall; Ex. flying buttress |
| collaborate | work together; cooperate treasonably with the enemy |
| regale | entertain |
| winsome | charming (in a childlike way); agreeable; gracious; engaging |
| sardonic | scornfully mocking; disdainful; sarcastic; cynical; Ex. sardonic smile |
