GRE Word List
CAMEO
a gem carved in relief (see relief
The meaning of the word cameo is a gem carved in relief (see relief.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| obeisance | a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow |
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| conversant | having knowledge or experience |
| repine | to feel or express dejection or discontent : complain |
| plight | to put or give in pledge : engage |
| adhere | to hold fast or stick by or as if by gluing, suction, grasping, or fusing |
| trample | tramp |
| fritter | a small mass of fried or sautéed batter often containing fruit or meat |
| impregnable | incapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable |
| sequester | to set apart : segregate |