GRE Word List

SURLY

menacing or threatening in appearance

The meaning of the word surly is menacing or threatening in appearance.

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WordMeaning
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade
attentivemindful
divineof, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god
constitutionthe basic principles and laws of a nation, state, or social group that determine the powers and duties of the government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
haltingmarked by a lack of sureness or effectiveness
atrocitya shockingly bad or atrocious act, object, or situation
hauntto visit often : frequent
titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended