GRE Word List

WISPY

a small handful (as of hay or straw)

The meaning of the word wispy is a small handful (as of hay or straw).

Random words

WordMeaning
materialisma theory that physical matter is the only or fundamental reality and that all being and processes and phenomena can be explained as manifestations or results of matter (see matter
tangentialtouching lightly : incidental
whiffa quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray
foliagea representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation
wholesomepromoting health or well-being of mind or spirit
pummelpound
peripheralof, relating to, involving, or forming a periphery or surface part
impassionedfilled with passion or zeal : showing great warmth or intensity of feeling
wantonmerciless
latitudeangular distance from some specified circle or plane of reference: such as