GRE Word List

AMICABLE

characterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable

The meaning of the word amicable is characterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable.

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recantto withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce
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frustrateto balk or defeat in an endeavor
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bohemiana native or inhabitant of Bohemia
scurriloususing or given to coarse language
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awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet