GRE Word List
SOMBER
so shaded as to be dark and gloomy
The meaning of the word somber is so shaded as to be dark and gloomy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| enliven | to give life, action, or spirit to : animate |
| metaphor | a figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money) |
| thrive | to grow vigorously : flourish |
| permissive | granted on sufferance : tolerated |
| enduring | lasting |
| goad | to incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad |
| obtrude | to thrust out : extrude |
| resort | one that affords aid or refuge : resource |
| endearment | a word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection |
| deserts | arid land with usually sparse vegetation |