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

WordMeaning
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous
hullthe outer covering of a fruit or seed
astringentcausing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic
animositya strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude
regattaa rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races
centaurany of a race of creatures fabled to be half human and half horse and to live in the mountains of Thessaly
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
confoundto throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity
testyeasily annoyed : irritable
swathea band used in swathing