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
unconscionableshockingly unfair or unjust
induceto move by persuasion or influence
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
deportto send out of the country by legal deportation
vociferousmarked by or given to vehement insistent outcry
missivea written communication : letter
versatileembracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills
bidto offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance
predicamentthe character, status, or classification assigned by a predication
novicea person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community