GRE Word List

UNCANNY

seeming to have a supernatural character or origin : eerie

The meaning of the word uncanny is seeming to have a supernatural character or origin : eerie.

Random words

WordMeaning
flutedhaving or marked by grooves
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted
covertnot openly shown, engaged in, or avowed : veiled
quizzicalcomically quaint
impoliticnot politic : unwise
sprightlymarked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
salubriousfavorable to or promoting health or well-being
solicitousmanifesting or expressing solicitude
ransackto look through thoroughly in often a rough way