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
frustrateto balk or defeat in an endeavor
promulgateto make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim
cadencethe beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity
chasteinnocent of unlawful sexual intercourse
wispya small handful (as of hay or straw)
cupidityinordinate desire for wealth : avarice
appreciateto grasp the nature, worth, quality, or significance of
phalanxa body of heavily armed infantry in ancient Greece formed in close deep ranks and files
filibusteran irregular military adventurer
dilatorytending or intended to cause delay