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
latitudeangular distance from some specified circle or plane of reference: such as
dolta stupid person
nectarthe drink of the Greek and Roman gods
vignettea picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert
respitea period of temporary delay
dummya person who is incapable of speaking
implicationsomething implied: such as
nihilista viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless
extortto obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring