GRE Word List
UPROAR
a state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance
The meaning of the word uproar is a state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| overt | open to view : manifest |
| pertinent | having a clear decisive relevance to the matter in hand |
| categorical | absolute |
| illicit | not permitted : unlawful |
| stereotype | to make a stereotype from |
| unwitting | not knowing : unaware |
| metropolis | the chief or capital city of a country, state, or region |
| actuate | to put into mechanical action or motion |
| limbo | an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism |
| cozen | to deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery |