GRE Word List
ABSTRACT
disassociated from any specific instance
The meaning of the word abstract is disassociated from any specific instance.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| invincible | incapable of being conquered, overcome, or subdued |
| transitory | of brief duration : temporary |
| peremptory | putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay |
| provocative | serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |
| oatmeal | meal made from oats |
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| whelp | any of the young of various carnivorous mammals and especially of the dog |
| parvenu | one that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it |