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
annotateto make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment
halfheartedlacking heart, spirit, or interest
refulgenta radiant or resplendent quality or state : brilliance
foliagea representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation
theocracygovernment of a state by immediate divine guidance or by officials who are regarded as divinely guided
impenetrableincapable of being penetrated or pierced
enterprisingmarked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act
addictiona compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence : the state of being addicted
chideto speak out in angry or displeased rebuke
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion