GRE Word List

STRUT

to become turgid : swell

The meaning of the word strut is to become turgid : swell.

Random words

WordMeaning
convolutedhaving convolutions
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
unfledgednot feathered : not ready for flight
cavaliermarked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain
impassea predicament affording no obvious escape
conclavea private meeting or secret assembly
animositya strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude
nimblequick and light in motion : agile
pulverizeto reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize
winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence