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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| presumptuous | overstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties |
| stink | to emit a strong offensive odor |
| adjunct | something joined or added to another thing but not essentially a part of it |
| collation | a light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper |
| suitor | one that petitions or entreats |
| devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |
| poise | balance |
| asperity | roughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger |
| strangle | to choke to death by compressing the throat with something (such as a hand or rope) : throttle |
| belittle | to speak slightingly of : disparage |