GRE Word List
AVUNCULAR
suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality
The meaning of the word avuncular is suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| transmute | to change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form |
| probity | adherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness |
| stilted | pompous |
| faction | a party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique |
| affliction | a cause of persistent pain or distress |
| facilitate | to make easier : help bring about |
| shed | to rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted |
| legislature | a body of persons having the power to legislate |
| pedigree | a register recording a line of ancestors |
| resolve | to deal with successfully : clear up |