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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| mores | the fixed morally binding customs of a particular group |
| disapprobation | the act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation |
| stalwart | marked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit |
| doze | to sleep lightly |
| ludicrous | amusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity |
| bristling | a short stiff coarse hair or filament |
| compliant | ready or disposed to comply : submissive |
| dislodge | to drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage |
| acrid | sharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor : irritating |
| hypocritical | characterized by behavior that contradicts what one claims to believe or feel : characterized by hypocrisy |