GRE Word List

CONJECTURE

inference formed without proof or sufficient evidence

The meaning of the word conjecture is inference formed without proof or sufficient evidence.

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WordMeaning
maelstroma powerful often violent whirlpool sucking in objects within a given radius
histrionicdeliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical
chimericalexisting only as the product of unchecked imagination : fantastically visionary (see visionary
wheedleto influence or entice by soft words or flattery
edicta proclamation having the force of law
littera covered and curtained couch provided with shafts and used for carrying a single passenger
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
improprietyan improper or indecorous act or remark
tumidmarked by swelling : swollen
adjournto suspend indefinitely or until a later stated time