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 |
|---|---|
| implausible | not plausible : provoking disbelief |
| pall | to lose strength or effectiveness |
| hue | overall character or appearance to the mind : complexion |
| parched | deprived of natural moisture |
| necromancy | conjuration (see conjure |
| frantic | emotionally out of control |
| loft | an upper room or floor : attic |
| yoke | a wooden bar or frame by which two draft animals (such as oxen) are joined at the heads or necks for working together |
| excoriate | to wear off the skin of : abrade |
| brunt | the principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack) |