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

WordMeaning
galea strong current of air:
occludeto close up or block off : obstruct
indecisiona wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution
shearto cut off the hair from
warblea melodious succession of low pleasing sounds
ethnicof or relating to large groups of people classed according to common racial, national, tribal, religious, linguistic, or cultural origin or background
felicitousvery well suited or expressed : apt
engrossto copy or write in a large hand
conciliatoryintended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate
disaffecteddiscontented and resentful especially against authority : rebellious