GRE Word List
APOCRYPHAL
of doubtful authenticity : spurious
The meaning of the word apocryphal is of doubtful authenticity : spurious.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| resilient | characterized or marked by resilience: such as |
| titter | to laugh in a nervous, affected, or partly suppressed manner : giggle |
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| novice | a person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community |
| edict | a proclamation having the force of law |
| executioner | one who executes |
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| gourmet | a connoisseur of food and drink |