GRE Word List
SUPPLE
compliant often to the point of obsequiousness
The meaning of the word supple is compliant often to the point of obsequiousness.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| implication | something implied: such as |
| whet | to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone) |
| extort | to obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring |
| divest | to deprive or dispossess especially of property, authority, or title |
| interrogate | to question formally and systematically |
| gangrene | local death of soft tissues due to loss of blood supply |
| precarious | dependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments |
| lap | a loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap especially of a garment |
| carousal | a wild, drunken party or celebration : a drunken revel : carouse |
| equitable | having or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned |