GRE Word List

BELATED

delayed beyond the usual time

The meaning of the word belated is delayed beyond the usual time.

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WordMeaning
ambivalencesimultaneous and contradictory attitudes or feelings (such as attraction and repulsion) toward an object, person, or action
voyeursomeone who obtains sexual gratification from observing unsuspecting individuals who are partly undressed, naked, or engaged in sexual acts
intractablenot easily governed, managed, or directed
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
indubitabletoo evident to be doubted : unquestionable
diffidencethe quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort
plumea feather of a bird: such as
accretionthe process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as
insouciantlighthearted unconcern : nonchalance