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.

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WordMeaning
inquisitivegiven to examination or investigation
demeanto lower in character, status, or reputation
relevanthaving significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand
goadto incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad
congenialpleasant
prologuethe preface or introduction to a literary work
obstinatestubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
undermineto subvert or weaken insidiously or secretly
microcosma little world
expiateto make amends for