GRE Word List

CONTRITE

feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.

The meaning of the word contrite is feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc..

Random words

WordMeaning
definitiveserving to provide a final solution or to end a situation
noosea loop with a slipknot that binds closer the more it is drawn
preento groom with the bill especially by rearranging the barbs and barbules of the feathers and by distributing oil from the uropygial gland
certitudethe state of being or feeling certain
pusillanimouslacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity
maladroitlacking adroitness : inept
shackhut
forfeitsomething forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty
falsifyto prove or declare false : disprove
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)