GRE Word List
UNASSUMING
modest; Ex. the champion's unassuming manner
The meaning of the word unassuming is modest; Ex. the champion's unassuming manner.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rescind | repeal; annul; cancel (a law, decision, or agreement) |
| supernumerary | person or thing excess of what is necessary; extra; ADJ: additional to the usual or necessary number |
| duress | forcible restraint, especially unlawfully; coercion by threat; illegal coercion; Ex. a promise made under duress |
| miscellaneous | made up of a variety of parts |
| gallows | framework from which a noose is suspended (used for execution by hanging) |
| sedentary | requiring sitting; done while sitting; not moving from one place to another; settled; Ex. sedentary job/population |
| scoff | laugh (at); mock; ridicule; Ex. scoff at their threats |
| arable | fit for growing crops; Ex. arable land |
| bacchanal | noisy party with a lot of drinking |
| subsequent | following in time or order; later |
