GRE Word List

ATTRIBUTE

a quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something

The meaning of the word attribute is a quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something.

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WordMeaning
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
obliqueneither perpendicular nor parallel : inclined
compilationthe act or process of compiling
meekenduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild
deferencerespect and esteem due a superior or an elder
solitudethe quality or state of being alone or remote from society : seclusion
sanctimonioushypocritically pious or devout
provisoan article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition
providentfrugal
dauntlessincapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless