GRE Word List

AFFRONT

to insult especially to the face by behavior or language

The meaning of the word affront is to insult especially to the face by behavior or language.

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WordMeaning
ineffableincapable of being expressed in words : indescribable
attenuateto lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken
asperityroughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
vehementmarked by forceful energy : powerful
deprecateto express disapproval of
categoricalabsolute
whinnyto neigh especially in a low or gentle way
lividdiscolored by bruising : black-and-blue
resourcefulable to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means