GRE Word List
ALOOF
removed or distant either physically or emotionally
The meaning of the word aloof is removed or distant either physically or emotionally.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wane | to decrease in size, extent, or degree : dwindle |
| provenance | origin |
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| weird | of strange or extraordinary character : odd |
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| diaphanous | characterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through |
| embark | to go on board a vehicle for transportation |
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| quizzical | comically quaint |