GRE Word List

USURY

the lending of money with an interest charge for its use

The meaning of the word usury is the lending of money with an interest charge for its use.

Random words

WordMeaning
humdrummonotonous
spurnto reject with disdain or contempt : scorn
lacerationthe act of lacerating
braga pompous or boastful statement
inceptionan act, process, or instance of beginning : commencement
swarthyof a dark color, complexion, or cast
elatedmarked by high spirits : exultant
rotundmarked by roundness : rounded
impeccablefree from fault or blame : flawless
garbledmade unclear or confusing : distorted or mixed up