GRE Word List

WRY

twist

The meaning of the word wry is twist.

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waxa substance that is secreted by bees and is used by them for constructing the honeycomb, that is a dull yellow solid plastic when warm, and that is composed primarily of a mixture of esters, hydrocarbons, and fatty acids : beeswax
nirvanathe final beatitude (see beatitude
pinnacea light sailing ship
ventilateto expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing
chalicea drinking cup : goblet
quiescentmarked by inactivity or repose : tranquilly at rest
delineateto describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail
constituencya body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position)
tauthaving no give or slack : tightly drawn
punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak