GRE Word List

WRY

twist

The meaning of the word wry is twist.

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WordMeaning
filingan act or instance of using a file
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babbleto talk enthusiastically or excessively
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pulverizeto reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize
nadirthe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer
tarnishto dull or destroy the luster of by or as if by air, dust, or dirt : soil
plebiscitea vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler
stiltedpompous