GRE Word List

AUGUST

marked by majestic dignity or grandeur

The meaning of the word august is marked by majestic dignity or grandeur.

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WordMeaning
depredationto lay waste : plunder
affablebeing pleasant and at ease in talking to others
fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
depravitya corrupt act or practice
desperadoa bold or violent criminal
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
weatherthe state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness
hiatusa break in or as if in a material object : gap
berateto scold or condemn vehemently and at length
championa winner of first prize or first place in competition