GRE Word List
URBANE
notably polite or polished in manner
The meaning of the word urbane is notably polite or polished in manner.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ironic | relating to, containing, or constituting irony |
| withdrawn | removed from immediate contact or easy approach : isolated |
| emasculate | to deprive of strength, vigor, or spirit : weaken |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| implicit | capable of being understood from something else though unexpressed : implied |
| titanic | having great magnitude, force, or power : colossal |
| crest | a showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration |
| fauna | animal life |
| bacchanalian | a Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry |
| abrogate | to abolish by authoritative action : annul |