GRE Word List
ALTERCATION
a noisy, heated, angry dispute
The meaning of the word altercation is a noisy, heated, angry dispute.
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|---|---|
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| foible | the part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point |
| determinate | having defined limits |
| diva | prima donna |
| obnoxious | odiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive |
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| inerrancy | exemption from error : infallibility |
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