GRE Word List
CAPTIOUS
marked by an often ill-natured inclination to stress faults and raise objections
The meaning of the word captious is marked by an often ill-natured inclination to stress faults and raise objections.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| countermand | to revoke (a command) by a contrary order |
| stampede | a wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals |
| frugality | the quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift |
| impregnable | incapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable |
| harbor | a place of security and comfort : refuge |
| amenities | something that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment |
| glutinous | having the quality of glue : gummy |
| credential | warranting credit or confidence |
| brawl | to quarrel or fight noisily : wrangle |
| inadvertently | unintentional |