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 |
|---|---|
| dissuade | to advise (a person) against something |
| mollycoddle | to treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention |
| compelling | that compels: such as |
| bestial | of or relating to beasts |
| impoverish | to make poor |
| caustic | capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action : corrosive |
| prolong | to lengthen in time : continue |
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
| stockade | a line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense |
| gratuity | something given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service |