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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eminentexhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent
stinta period of time spent at a particular activity
obsequya funeral or burial rite
personifyto conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain
ovoidresembling an egg in shape : ovate
fiascoa complete failure
sterilefailing to bear or incapable of producing fruit or spores
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
infamoushaving a reputation of the worst kind : notoriously evil