GRE Word List

ACCRETION

the process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as

The meaning of the word accretion is the process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as.

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WordMeaning
ceremoniousdevoted to forms and ceremony
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writheto twist into coils or folds
penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
catholicroman catholic
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally
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brinkedge