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

WordMeaning
sardonicdisdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking
extemporaneouscomposed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu
levitateto rise or float in or as if in the air especially in seeming defiance of gravitation
expedientsuitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance
universalincluding or covering all or a whole collectively or distributively without limit or exception
discriminateto mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of
belieto give a false impression of
retinuea group of retainers or attendants
unwieldynot easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome
beguilehoodwink