GRE Word List
AFFECTED
artificial; pretended
The meaning of the word affected is artificial; pretended.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| assiduous | showing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application |
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| ostracize | to exile by ostracism |
| pontifical | episcopal attire |
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| tranquillity | the quality or state of being tranquil |
| marked | having an identifying mark |
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