GRE Word List

ABORIGINAL

being the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region

The meaning of the word aboriginal is being the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region.

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WordMeaning
stanchto check or stop the flowing of
parleyto speak with another : confer
egotisticalcharacterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance
tempothe rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking
audaciousintrepidly daring : adventurous
convoketo call together to a meeting
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment
adaptto make fit (as for a new use) often by modification
seditionincitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority
stratageman artifice or trick in war for deceiving and outwitting the enemy