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
decorumliterary and dramatic propriety : fitness
cognateof the same or similar nature : generically alike
subjugateto bring under control and governance as a subject : conquer
supplicateto make a humble entreaty
tureena deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served
mandatoryrequired by a law or rule : obligatory
spontaneitythe quality or state of being spontaneous
pulsateto throb or move rhythmically : vibrate
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
triviaunimportant matters : trivial facts or details