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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hone | to sharpen or smooth with a whetstone |
| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |
| imbroglio | an acutely painful or embarrassing misunderstanding |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| belated | delayed beyond the usual time |
| odium | the state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance |
| tipple | to drink liquor especially by habit or to excess |
| senility | the quality or state of being senile : the physical and mental decline associated with old age |
| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
| crass | gross |