GRE Word List

CONSTRUE

to analyze the arrangement and connection of words in (a sentence or sentence part)

The meaning of the word construe is to analyze the arrangement and connection of words in (a sentence or sentence part).

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WordMeaning
malaisean indefinite feeling of debility or lack of health often indicative of or accompanying the onset of an illness
soothsayera person who predicts the future by magical, intuitive, or more rational means : prognosticator
founderone that founds or establishes
bromidea binary compound of bromine with another element or a radical including some (such as potassium bromide) used as sedatives
aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage
tranquillitythe quality or state of being tranquil
taperto become progressively smaller toward one end
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
inviolablesecure from violation or profanation
nattytrimly neat and tidy : smart