GRE Word List

VAIN

having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited

The meaning of the word vain is having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited.

Random words

WordMeaning
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
disdaina feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn
ephemerallasting a very short time
screecha high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror
penchanta strong and continued inclination
denotationan act or process of denoting
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness
blemishto spoil by a flaw
interloperone that interlopes: such as
goadto incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad