GRE Word List
AMENABLE
liable to be brought to account : answerable
The meaning of the word amenable is liable to be brought to account : answerable.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| encircle | to form a circle around : surround |
| oracular | resembling an oracle (as in solemnity of delivery) |
| bigotry | obstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot |
| scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
| ostentatious | attracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |
| wane | to decrease in size, extent, or degree : dwindle |
| effluvium | an invisible emanation |
| rubric | an authoritative rule |