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).

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WordMeaning
impetuousmarked by impulsive vehemence or passion
effeminatehaving feminine qualities untypical of a man : not manly in appearance or manner
outgoinggoing away : departing
stampto pound or crush with a pestle or a heavy instrument
apprehensiveviewing the future with anxiety or alarm : feeling or showing fear or apprehension about the future
apocryphalof doubtful authenticity : spurious
belittleto speak slightingly of : disparage
aversehaving an active feeling of repugnance, dislike, or distaste
incarnationthe act of incarnating : the state of being incarnate
fulcrumprop