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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| odium | the state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance |
| nutritious | nourishing |
| prolixity | unduly prolonged or drawn out : too long |
| bizarre | strikingly out of the ordinary: such as |
| rejuvenate | to make young or youthful again : give new vigor to |
| demean | to lower in character, status, or reputation |
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| nonplus | a state of bafflement or perplexity : quandary |
| veracious | truthful |
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