GRE Word List

ACTUARY

clerk

The meaning of the word actuary is clerk.

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WordMeaning
pacifyto allay the anger or agitation of : soothe
chasethe hunting of wild animals
lividdiscolored by bruising : black-and-blue
vignettea picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper
eclecticcomposed of elements drawn from various sources
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
epistemologistthe study or a theory of the nature and grounds of knowledge especially with reference to its limits and validity
dowdynot neat or becoming in appearance : shabby
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
impassivegiving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless