GRE Word List
WEATHER
the state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness
The meaning of the word weather is the state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| hull | the outer covering of a fruit or seed |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| regatta | a rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races |
| centaur | any of a race of creatures fabled to be half human and half horse and to live in the mountains of Thessaly |
| swerve | to turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate |
| confound | to throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity |
| testy | easily annoyed : irritable |
| swathe | a band used in swathing |