GRE Word List
TEMPER
heat of mind or emotion : proneness to anger : passion
The meaning of the word temper is heat of mind or emotion : proneness to anger : passion.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| lampoon | satire |
| concatenate | linked together |
| unaccountable | not to be accounted for : inexplicable |
| brusque | markedly short and abrupt |
| verbiage | a profusion of words usually of little or obscure content |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| dignitary | one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor |
| outspoken | direct and open in speech or expression : frank |
| pusillanimous | lacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity |
| euthanasia | the act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy |