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
retiringreserved
imbecilitythe quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness
regicidea person who kills a king
archaeologythe scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
penurya cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)
bloatedoverfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc.
disjunctiona sharp cleavage : disunion
distendextend
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute