GRE Word List

APPROPRIATE

especially suitable or compatible : fitting

The meaning of the word appropriate is especially suitable or compatible : fitting.

Random words

WordMeaning
primaloriginal
careera profession for which one trains and which is undertaken as a permanent calling
malaproposin an inappropriate or inopportune way
listlesscharacterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit
undertakerone who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally
fervorintensity of feeling or expression
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
snivelto run at the nose