GRE Word List

ADJACENT

not distant : nearby

The meaning of the word adjacent is not distant : nearby.

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WordMeaning
quirkan abrupt twist or curve
renovateto restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding)
scuffleto struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion
temerityunreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger or opposition : rashness
fugitiverunning away or intending flight
tactfulhaving or showing tact
mustyimpaired by damp or mildew : moldy
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
environencircle
compartmenta separate division or section