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
wagto be in motion : stir
sirenany of a group of female and partly human creatures in Greek mythology that lured mariners to destruction by their singing
solemnityformal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event
confiscateappropriated by the government : forfeited
asepticpreventing infection
incensematerial used to produce a fragrant odor when burned
convoketo call together to a meeting
blackballto vote against
aplombcomplete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise
sporadicoccurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances