GRE Word List

COQUETTE

a woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men

The meaning of the word coquette is a woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men.

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volitionthe power of choosing or determining : will
potablesuitable for drinking
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balma balsamic (see balsamic
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connotationsomething suggested by a word or thing : implication