GRE Word List
AMISS
in a mistaken way : wrongly
The meaning of the word amiss is in a mistaken way : wrongly.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| amoral | having or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong |
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| affluence | abundance of property : wealth |
| monastic | of or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns |
| aegis | a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena |
| verbiage | a profusion of words usually of little or obscure content |
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| sluggish | averse to activity or exertion : indolent |
| imprudent | not prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment |
| flush | to fly away suddenly |