GRE Word List
SQUABBLE
a noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters
The meaning of the word squabble is a noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| derision | the use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt |
| carafe | a bottle with a flaring lip used to hold beverages and especially wine |
| tryst | an agreement (as between lovers) to meet |
| litotes | understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy") |
| veracity | conformity with truth or fact : accuracy |
| primary | first in order of time or development : primitive |
| retard | to delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment |
| chant | to make melodic sounds with the voice |
| deft | characterized by facility and skill |
| consternation | amazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion |