GRE Word List
THROES
pang
The meaning of the word throes is pang.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| marginal | written or printed in the margin of a page or sheet |
| glitter | to shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle |
| methodical | arranged, characterized by, or performed with method or order |
| obelisk | an upright 4-sided usually monolithic pillar that gradually tapers as it rises and terminates in a pyramid |
| pretend | to give a false appearance of being, possessing, or performing |
| lush | growing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage |
| gratuitous | not called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted |
| deign | to condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop |
| barb | a medieval cloth headdress passing over or under the chin and covering the neck |
| staid | marked by settled sedateness and often prim self-restraint : sober |