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
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
gluttonone given habitually to greedy and voracious eating and drinking
boostto push or shove up from below
anomalysomething different, abnormal, peculiar, or not easily classified : something anomalous
almssomething (such as money or food) given freely to relieve the poor
acrimoniousangry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner
succulentfull of juice : juicy
avengeto take vengeance for or on behalf of
quoruma select group
comityfriendly social atmosphere : social harmony