GRE Word List
TRANSITORY
of brief duration : temporary
The meaning of the word transitory is of brief duration : temporary.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| maul | a heavy often wooden-headed hammer used especially for driving wedges |
| physiognomy | the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance |
| ruffian | a brutal person : bully |
| badinage | playful repartee : banter |
| garish | clothed in vivid colors |
| impugn | to assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity |
| profligate | wildly extravagant |
| sanctuary | a consecrated place: such as |
| adverse | acting against or in a contrary direction : hostile |
| hurl | rush |