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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| worldly | of, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs |
| halfhearted | lacking heart, spirit, or interest |
| rapt | lifted up and carried away |
| serpentine | of or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement) |
| exhilarating | causing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling |
| imprudent | not prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment |
| chant | to make melodic sounds with the voice |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
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| apothegm | a short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism |