GRE Word List
SPASMODIC
relating to or affected or characterized by spasm
The meaning of the word spasmodic is relating to or affected or characterized by spasm.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wrest | to pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements |
| prime | the second of the canonical hours |
| haven | harbor |
| proxy | the agency, function, or office of a deputy who acts as a substitute for another |
| terminus | either end of a transportation line or travel route |
| promulgate | to make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim |
| evocative | evoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response |
| apocryphal | of doubtful authenticity : spurious |
| idolatry | the worship of a physical object as a god |
| bandy | to discuss lightly or banteringly |