GRE Word List

VAGARY

an erratic, unpredictable, or extravagant manifestation, action, or notion

The meaning of the word vagary is an erratic, unpredictable, or extravagant manifestation, action, or notion.

Random words

WordMeaning
takeoffa rise or leap from a surface in making a jump or flight or an ascent in an aircraft or in the launching of a rocket
scuffleto struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion
candorunreserved, honest, or sincere expression : forthrightness
mellifluoushaving a smooth rich flow
detainto hold or keep in or as if in custody
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
provisionalserving for the time being : temporary
nirvanathe final beatitude (see beatitude
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice