GRE Word List

WINNOW

to remove (something, such as chaff) by a current of air

The meaning of the word winnow is to remove (something, such as chaff) by a current of air.

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WordMeaning
inclusivebroad in orientation or scope
swaggerto conduct oneself in an arrogant or superciliously pompous manner
tensioninner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
maniacalaffected with or suggestive of madness
interrogateto question formally and systematically
exclaimto cry out or speak in strong or sudden emotion
decapitateto cut off the head of : behead
uncouthawkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior