GRE Word List

AQUILINE

curving like an eagle's beak

The meaning of the word aquiline is curving like an eagle's beak.

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WordMeaning
pertinaciousadhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design
ostentatiousattracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation
ablutionthe washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite)
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
tendto exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce
tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
uproara state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance
perpetrateto bring about or carry out (something, such as a crime or deception) : commit
subpoenaa writ commanding a person designated in it to appear in court under a penalty for failure
impaleto pierce with or as if with something pointed