GRE Word List
ADORN
to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
The meaning of the word adorn is to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects.
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| travesty | a debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation |
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| sedentary | not migratory : settled |
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| belligerent | inclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness |
| pittance | a small portion, amount, or allowance |