GRE Word List

UNGAINLY

lacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy

The meaning of the word ungainly is lacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy.

Random words

WordMeaning
bewitchto influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
disquietudeanxiety
squabblea noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters
mischancebad luck
fruitionpleasurable use or possession : enjoyment
whorla drum-shaped section on the lower part of a spindle in spinning or weaving machinery serving as a pulley for the tape drive that rotates the spindle
exertionthe act or an instance of exerting
bolstera long pillow or cushion
transcendentaltranscendent