GRE Word List
ACCLIVITY
an ascending slope (as of a hill)
The meaning of the word acclivity is an ascending slope (as of a hill).
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| edict | a proclamation having the force of law |
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| philistine | a native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia |
| prosperity | the condition of being successful or thriving |
| apathy | lack of feeling or emotion : impassiveness |
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| oracular | resembling an oracle (as in solemnity of delivery) |
| impertinent | given to or characterized by insolent rudeness |