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
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
defameto harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel
dormantrepresented on a coat of arms in a lying position with the head on the forepaws
astronomicalof or relating to astronomy
pittancea small portion, amount, or allowance
finesserefinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture
graduatedmarked with divisions indicating degrees or units of measurement
benedictionthe invocation (see invocation
privationan act or instance of depriving : deprivation
coincidencethe act or condition of coinciding : correspondence