GRE Word List

BEHOOVE

to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for

The meaning of the word behoove is to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for.

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WordMeaning
unintimidatingnot causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating
paritythe quality or state of being equal or equivalent
filibusteran irregular military adventurer
uncouthawkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude
enlistto secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest
penancean act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
boorishresembling or befitting a rude or insensitive person : resembling or befitting a boor
plaitpleat
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism