GRE Word List

BROOCH

an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck

The meaning of the word brooch is an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck.

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WordMeaning
motea small particle : speck
transcendentexceeding usual limits : surpassing
privyprivate
warblea melodious succession of low pleasing sounds
misgivingsa feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event
unimpeachablenot impeachable: such as
wispa small handful (as of hay or straw)
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
deciduousfalling off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle
arrogancean attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions