GRE Word List

APERTURE

an opening or open space : hole

The meaning of the word aperture is an opening or open space : hole.

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WordMeaning
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
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seasoneda time characterized by a particular circumstance or feature
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reprimanda severe or formal reproof
meteoricof or relating to a meteor
coquettea woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men