GRE Word List
THROES
pang
The meaning of the word throes is pang.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| encumber | weigh down |
| spurious | born to parents not married to each other |
| remote | separated by an interval or space greater than usual |
| adversity | a state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune |
| smug | highly self-satisfied |
| gist | essence; main point; substance |
| vindictive | disposed to seek revenge : vengeful |
| venison | the edible flesh of a game animal and especially a deer |
| intrepid | characterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance |