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..

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propulsivetending or having power to propel
tossto throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk
projectilea body projected by external force and continuing in motion by its own inertia
spatulaa flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting
treasurewealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded
usurythe lending of money with an interest charge for its use
credulityreadiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence
citadela fortress that commands (see command
suppliantsupplicant
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