GRE Word List

UNSIGHTLY

not pleasing to the sight : not comely

The meaning of the word unsightly is not pleasing to the sight : not comely.

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WordMeaning
pivotalof, relating to, or constituting a pivot
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
galvanizeto subject to the action of an electric current especially for the purpose of stimulating physiologically
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
ineffableincapable of being expressed in words : indescribable
sleighan open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice
epica long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero
buoyanthaving buoyancy
antithesisthe direct opposite
prosaiccharacteristic of prose as distinguished from poetry : factual