GRE Word List

STRIDENT

characterized by harsh, insistent, and discordant sound

The meaning of the word strident is characterized by harsh, insistent, and discordant sound.

Random words

WordMeaning
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
optionalinvolving an option : not compulsory
meticulousmarked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details
lividdiscolored by bruising : black-and-blue
riddlea mystifying, misleading, or puzzling question posed as a problem to be solved or guessed : conundrum
scotchscottish
induceto move by persuasion or influence
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
relishcharacteristic flavor
intoxicateto excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished