GRE Word List
WHELP
young animal (esp. of the dog or cat family); young wolf, dog, tiger, etc.
The meaning of the word whelp is young animal (esp. of the dog or cat family); young wolf, dog, tiger, etc..
Random words
Word | Meaning |
---|---|
mash | crush into mash; convert into mash; N: mixture of ground grain and nutrients fed to livestock and fowl |
compromise | adjust or settle by making mutual concessions; endanger the interests or reputation of; put into danger, disrepute, or a dishonorable position; Ex. compromise one's principle; N. |
hail | frozen rain drop; V: salute or greet; precipitate hail |
allege | state without proof |
prop | support placed under or against something; V. |
barb | sharp projection from fishhook, arrow, or other object; openly cutting remark |
vaunted | boasted; bragged; highly publicized; V. vaunt: boast; brag |
metrical | metric; written in the form of poetry; Ex. metrical translation of Homer |
gruesome | grisly; horrible |
demagogue | person who appeals to people's prejudice; false leader of people; CF. demagoguery |