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 |
|---|---|
| fodder | something fed to domestic animals |
| archipelago | an expanse of water with many scattered islands |
| catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |
| thwart | to oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of |
| babble | to talk enthusiastically or excessively |
| promulgate | to make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim |
| bulwark | a solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart |
| optimist | a person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism |
| quail | any of numerous small gallinaceous birds: such as |
| imbue | endow |