GRE Word List
ABOMINABLE
worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable
The meaning of the word abominable is worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| travesty | a debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation |
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| cuisine | manner of preparing food : style of cooking |
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| brink | edge |
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