GRE Word List

APPROPRIATE

especially suitable or compatible : fitting

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

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WordMeaning
reserveto hold in reserve : keep back
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desiccateto dry up
pryto look closely or inquisitively
depravitya corrupt act or practice
brocadea rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver
frolicsomefull of gaiety : playful
baubletrinket
ablutionthe washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite)
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune