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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whiffa quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray
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indifferentmarked by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern for something : apathetic
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
marrowbone marrow
perpetrateto bring about or carry out (something, such as a crime or deception) : commit
idolatrythe worship of a physical object as a god
eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition
palettea thin oval or rectangular board or tablet that a painter holds and mixes pigments on
finesserefinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture