GRE Word List
CLEMENCY
disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due
The meaning of the word clemency is disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| lubricate | to make smooth or slippery |
| aviary | a place for keeping birds confined |
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| apprise | to give notice to : tell |
| ogle | to glance with amorous invitation or challenge |
| inert | lacking the power to move |
| avow | to declare assuredly |
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