GRE Word List
WANTON
merciless
The meaning of the word wanton is merciless.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| imperative | not to be avoided or evaded : necessary |
| deface | to mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details |
| intrinsic | belonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing |
| bilious | of or relating to a yellow or greenish fluid that is secreted by the liver and that aids especially in the emulsification and absorption of fats : of or relating to bile (see bile |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| indubitable | too evident to be doubted : unquestionable |
| sleigh | an open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice |
| anoint | to smear or rub with oil or an oily substance |
| withstand | to stand up against : oppose with firm determination |
| awl | a pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood) |