GRE Word List

CONVENTION

agreement

The meaning of the word convention is agreement.

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WordMeaning
foraya sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with
wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle
prevalentgenerally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread
founderone that founds or establishes
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
fashionthe prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time
nadirthe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer
rueto feel penitence, remorse, or regret for