GRE Word List
TANTRUM
a fit of bad temper
The meaning of the word tantrum is a fit of bad temper.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| memento | something that serves to warn or remind |
| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |
| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
| outmoded | not being in style |
| negligible | so small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling |
| innovation | a new idea, method, or device : novelty |
| discompose | to destroy the composure of |
| defrock | to deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office |
| salutary | producing a beneficial effect : remedial |
| tact | a keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others or avoid offense |