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 |
|---|---|
| vignette | a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper |
| tranquillity | the quality or state of being tranquil |
| dyspeptic | indigestion |
| lucid | suffused with light : luminous |
| swagger | to conduct oneself in an arrogant or superciliously pompous manner |
| engaged | involved in activity : occupied |
| advocacy | the act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate |
| brochure | pamphlet |
| invalidate | to make invalid |
| hone | to sharpen or smooth with a whetstone |