GRE Word List
WHET
to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
The meaning of the word whet is to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| unmitigated | not lessened : unrelieved |
| satyr | a sylvan deity in Greek mythology having certain characteristics of a horse or goat and fond of Dionysian revelry |
| illusory | based on or producing illusion : deceptive |
| dupe | one that is easily deceived or cheated : fool |
| perquisite | a privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages |
| opportune | suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence |
| foolhardy | foolishly adventurous and bold : rash |
| emaciated | very thin and feeble especially from lack of nutrition or illness |
| primogeniture | the state of being the firstborn of the children of the same parents |
| detrimental | obviously harmful : damaging |