GRE Word List
ALIMENTARY
of or relating to nourishment or nutrition
The meaning of the word alimentary is of or relating to nourishment or nutrition.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| embroider | to ornament with needlework |
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| lurk | to lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose |
| pass_off | present falsely; represent falsely to be |
| appease | pacify |
| pall | to lose strength or effectiveness |
| antithesis | the direct opposite |
| contravene | to go or act contrary to : violate |