GRE Word List

UPSHOT

the final result : outcome

The meaning of the word upshot is the final result : outcome.

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WordMeaning
boostto push or shove up from below
madrigala medieval short lyrical poem in a strict poetic form
blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats
opalescentreflecting an iridescent light
proponentone who argues in favor of something : advocate
prestigestanding or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion
chaperona person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety
stiltedpompous
precipitousprecipitate
regaleto entertain sumptuously : feast with delicacies