GRE Word List
CONTEMPT
the act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain
The meaning of the word contempt is the act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| transmute | to change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form |
| abstract | disassociated from any specific instance |
| gesticulation | the act of making gestures |
| arrhythmic | lacking rhythm or regularity |
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| mealymouthed | not plain and straightforward : devious |
| impiety | the quality or state of being impious : irreverence |
| replete | fully or abundantly provided or filled |
| vulnerable | capable of being physically or emotionally wounded |
| nefarious | flagrantly wicked or impious : evil |