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 |
|---|---|
| incite | to move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on |
| legato | in a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones) |
| abeyance | a state of temporary inactivity : suspension |
| heed | to pay attention |
| nonchalance | the quality or state of being nonchalant |
| distend | extend |
| diadem | crown |
| clamber | to climb awkwardly or with effort especially by using both the hands and the feet |
| plebeian | a member of the Roman plebs |
| emollient | making soft or supple |