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
reticentinclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved
consanguinitythe quality or state of being consanguineous
outlooka place offering a view
accessoryan object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else
pushyaggressive often to an objectionable degree : forward
dissuadeto advise (a person) against something
lucidsuffused with light : luminous
suitorone that petitions or entreats
arrhythmiclacking rhythm or regularity
earnto receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered