GRE Word List

STIGMA

a mark of shame or discredit : stain

The meaning of the word stigma is a mark of shame or discredit : stain.

Random words

WordMeaning
uncouthawkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude
cohereto hold together firmly as parts of the same mass
writsomething written : writing
coercionthe act, process, or power of coercing
prodto thrust a pointed instrument into : prick
cronea cruel or ugly old woman
rusticateto go into or reside in the country : follow a rustic life
sinewyfull of sinews: such as
quintessencethe fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions