GRE Word List

ANIMADVERSION

a critical and usually censorious remark

The meaning of the word animadversion is a critical and usually censorious remark.

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WordMeaning
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
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maladroitlacking adroitness : inept
irrelevantnot relevant : inapplicable
felonone who has committed a felony
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jocundmarked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness
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