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).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 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 |
