GRE Word List
ANECDOTE
a usually short narrative of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident
The meaning of the word anecdote is a usually short narrative of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| beset | to set or stud with or as if with ornaments |
| transitory | of brief duration : temporary |
| intrepid | characterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance |
| stereotype | to make a stereotype from |
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| dynamic | marked by usually continuous and productive activity or change |
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| evenhanded | fair |
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