GRE Word List

CONSERVATORY

a greenhouse for growing or displaying plants

The meaning of the word conservatory is a greenhouse for growing or displaying plants.

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WordMeaning
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
doggedmarked by stubborn determination
impedimentsomething that impedes
petrifyto convert (organic matter) into stone or a substance of stony hardness by the infiltration of water and the deposition of dissolved mineral matter
dabbleto work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest
fosterhaving, relating to, or being the relationship between a foster parent and the child who the foster parent cares for
reprobatean unprincipled or depraved person : scoundrel
hegemonypreponderant influence or authority over others : domination
horticulturalthe science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants
condimentssomething used to enhance the flavor of food