GRE Word List
CHAMELEON
any of a family (Chamaeleontidae) of chiefly arboreal (see arboreal
The meaning of the word chameleon is any of a family (Chamaeleontidae) of chiefly arboreal (see arboreal.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| transpose | to change the relative place or normal order of : alter the sequence of |
| chaperon | a person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety |
| parvenu | one that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it |
| venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
| assimilate | to take into the mind and thoroughly understand |
| nostrum | a medicine of secret composition recommended by its preparer but usually without scientific proof of its effectiveness |
| peregrination | to travel especially on foot : walk |
| squander | to spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate |
| accede | to express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand |
| complacency | self-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies |