GRE Word List

CONVENTION

agreement

The meaning of the word convention is agreement.

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WordMeaning
dregssediment contained in a liquid or precipitated (see precipitate
aromaticof, relating to, or having aroma:
proclivityan inclination or predisposition toward something
discriminatingmaking a distinction : distinguishing
cadencethe beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
sirenany of a group of female and partly human creatures in Greek mythology that lured mariners to destruction by their singing
banteringto speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner
bucolicof or relating to shepherds or herdsmen : pastoral