GRE Word List
SULLY
to make soiled or tarnished : defile
The meaning of the word sully is to make soiled or tarnished : defile.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| opportunist | one that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism |
| resourceful | able to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means |
| fiat | an authoritative or arbitrary order : decree |
| elliptical | of, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse |
| lax | loose |
| collation | a light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper |
| temperament | characteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response |
| macerate | to cause to waste away by or as if by excessive fasting |
| rare | seldom occurring or found : uncommon |
| humble | not proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive |