GRE Word List
AVARICE
excessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
The meaning of the word avarice is excessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness.
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|---|---|
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| fulminate | to utter or send out with denunciation |
| motley | variegated in color |
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| abnegation | denial |
| euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |
| gaunt | excessively thin and angular |
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