GRE Word List
WRY
(esp. of an expression of the face) twisted; with a humorous twist (expressing displeasure)
The meaning of the word wry is (esp. of an expression of the face) twisted; with a humorous twist (expressing displeasure).
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impale | pierce (with a sharp point); Ex. impaled by the spear |
incongruity | lack of harmony; absurdity; ADJ. incongruous: lacking in harmony; inappropriate |
culinary | relating to cooking or kitchen |
brag | boast |
requite | make return for; repay; reciprocate; revenge; N. requittal |
indomitable | unconquerable; unyielding |
frugality | thrift; economy; ADJ. frugal: practicing economy; costing little; inexpensive |
gross | total; fragrant; clearly wrong; (of people's behavior) coarse; corpulent; Ex. gross insolence/behavior; V: earn as a total amount; N: 12 dozens |
effulgent | shining brightly; brilliant |
abysmal | bottomless |