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
consecratededicated to a sacred purpose
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atrophydecrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
groombridegroom
whimsywhim
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touchstonea fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis