GRE Word List
UPBRAID
to criticize severely : find fault with
The meaning of the word upbraid is to criticize severely : find fault with.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| insubordination | disobedient to authority |
| listless | characterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit |
| idiosyncrasy | a peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality |
| accoutre | to provide with equipment or furnishings : outfit |
| zealot | a zealous person |
| refectory | a dining hall (as in a monastery or college) |
| sepulcher | a place of burial : tomb |
| incendiary | igniting combustible materials spontaneously |
| consign | to give over to another's care |
| heckler | one who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults |