GRE Word List
SURLY
menacing or threatening in appearance
The meaning of the word surly is menacing or threatening in appearance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sojourn | a temporary stay |
| exceptionable | being likely to cause objection : objectionable |
| grouch | a fit of bad temper |
| screech | a high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror |
| inaugurate | to induct into an office with suitable ceremonies |
| waive | to relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily |
| flutter | to flap the wings rapidly |
| repeal | to rescind or annul by authoritative act |
| brand | a charred piece of wood |
| aspersion | a false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation |