GRE Word List
SUPERCILIOUS
coolly and patronizingly haughty
The meaning of the word supercilious is coolly and patronizingly haughty.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| meteoric | of or relating to a meteor |
| corpuscle | a minute particle |
| disclose | to make known or public |
| prurient | marked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire |
| alias | otherwise called : otherwise known as |
| septic | of, relating to, or causing putrefaction |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| plight | to put or give in pledge : engage |
| oaf | a stupid person : boob |
| reprisal | a retaliatory act |