GRE Word List
THREAT
an expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage
The meaning of the word threat is an expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| surreptitious | done, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine |
| cursory | rapidly and often superficially performed or produced : hasty |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| prone | having a tendency or inclination : being likely |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| skulduggery | underhanded or unscrupulous behavior |
| moribund | being in the state of dying : approaching death |
| punctilious | marked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions |
| gruff | rough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect |
| disinter | to take out of the grave or tomb |