GRE Word List
WISP
a small handful (as of hay or straw)
The meaning of the word wisp is a small handful (as of hay or straw).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| spoof | deceive |
| sedentary | not migratory : settled |
| defame | to harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel |
| commemorative | intended as a commemoration |
| precipice | a very steep or overhanging place |
| impolitic | not politic : unwise |
| renounce | to give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration |
| ultimatum | a final proposition, condition, or demand |
| gazette | newspaper |