GRE Word List

TIGHTWAD

a close or miserly person

The meaning of the word tightwad is a close or miserly person.

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WordMeaning
adjutanta staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence
lugubriousmournful
hoarda supply or fund stored up and often hidden away
unwieldynot easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome
luxuriateto grow profusely : thrive
eminentexhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
nurturetraining
invertto reverse in position, order, or relationship
wontaccustomed