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 |
|---|---|
| disheveled | marked by disorder or disarray |
| implement | a device used in the performance of a task : tool |
| insipid | lacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull |
| stagnant | not flowing in a current or stream |
| recant | to withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce |
| allegory | the expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence |
| hireling | a person who serves for hire especially for purely mercenary motives |
| avuncular | suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality |
| atheistic | a person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism |
| desecrate | to violate the sanctity of : profane |