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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bastiona projecting part of a fortification
itinerarythe route of a journey or tour or the proposed outline of one
variegatedhaving discrete markings of different colors
benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life
finitehaving definite or definable limits
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion
apothegma short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism
askancewith disapproval or distrust : scornfully
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bemoanto express deep grief or distress over