GRE Word List

CALLOUS

being hardened and thickened

The meaning of the word callous is being hardened and thickened.

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ruminateto go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
embedto enclose closely in or as if in a matrix
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disaffecteddiscontented and resentful especially against authority : rebellious
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poseto set forth or offer for attention or consideration
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palpablecapable of being touched or felt : tangible