GRE Word List
CHAGRIN
disquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure
The meaning of the word chagrin is disquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| iniquitous | characterized by iniquity |
| hinterlands | a region lying inland from a coast |
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| inquisitor | one who inquires or makes inquisition |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
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| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |
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| fickle | marked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness |