GRE Word List
STUMP
the basal portion of a bodily part remaining after the rest is removed
The meaning of the word stump is the basal portion of a bodily part remaining after the rest is removed.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| diatribe | a bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| withhold | to hold back from action : check |
| gist | essence; main point; substance |
| raucous | disagreeably harsh or strident : hoarse |
| elucidate | to make lucid especially by explanation or analysis |
| inept | generally incompetent : bungling |
| confound | to throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity |
| exult | to be extremely joyful : rejoice |
| peer | one that is of equal standing with another : equal |