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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WordMeaning
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
obsequya funeral or burial rite
baubletrinket
piquantengagingly provocative
elasticcapable of recovering size and shape after deformation
gustatoryrelating to or associated with eating or the sense of taste
blighta disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers)
calumnya misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation
palatethe roof of the mouth separating the mouth from the nasal cavity see hard palate
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged