GRE Word List
SUBSIDE
to sink or fall to the bottom : settle
The meaning of the word subside is to sink or fall to the bottom : settle.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ostentatious | attracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation |
| inured | to accustom to accept something undesirable |
| titular | having the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities |
| bridle | the headgear with which a horse is governed and which carries a bit (see bit |
| hideous | offensive to the senses and especially to sight : exceedingly ugly |
| balmy | having the qualities of balm : soothing |
| dissident | disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief |
| annotate | to make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment |
| tawny | of the color tawny |
| smug | highly self-satisfied |