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
eloquencediscourse marked by force and persuasiveness
peregrinationto travel especially on foot : walk
luxuriateto grow profusely : thrive
broodthe young of an animal or a family of young
toxiccontaining or being poisonous material especially when capable of causing death or serious debilitation
incensematerial used to produce a fragrant odor when burned
guiledeceitful cunning : duplicity
braggadocioempty boasting
encumberweigh down
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions