GRE Words Group 27 Flashcards
antagonize
act in opposition to or provoke hostility from
barren
incapable of producing offspring or fruit; unproductive
bombastic
high-sounding but with little meaning; overfilled
cajole
persuade through flattery or gentle urging
chary
being wary or cautiously reluctant
curmudgeon
an ill-tempered person full of stubborn opinions
dirge
a mournful song, especially for a funeral or mourning
estimable
deserving of respect or admiration
euphemism
a mild or polite term used to substitute a harsh or offensive one
excoriate
criticize strongly; condemn
exigent
requiring immediate action or aid; urgent
haughty
exhibiting arrogant and condescending pride
heady
intoxicating or stupefying
imperturbable
not easily annoyed, upset, or excited; calm
implacable
not able to be appeased