GRE Word List
ADROIT
having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
The meaning of the word adroit is having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations.
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Word | Meaning |
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composure | a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession |
induce | to move by persuasion or influence |
slander | to utter slander against : defame |
ambiguous | doubtful or uncertain especially from obscurity or indistinctness |
taxonomist | the study of the general principles of scientific classification : systematics |
indict | to charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law |
derision | the use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt |
hubris | exaggerated pride or self-confidence |
imperil | to bring into peril : endanger |
propitiate | to gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease |