GRE Word List

CONVENTION

agreement

The meaning of the word convention is agreement.

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WordMeaning
disbarto expel from the bar or the legal profession : deprive (an attorney) of legal status and privileges
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
resolveto deal with successfully : clear up
heinoushatefully or shockingly evil : abominable
derivationthe formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix)
cataracta clouding of the lens of the eye or of its surrounding transparent membrane that obstructs the passage of light
gainsayto declare to be untrue or invalid
accessoryan object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else
high-flownexceedingly or excessively high or favorable
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame