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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| implausible | not plausible : provoking disbelief |
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| peccadillo | a slight offense |
| prolixity | unduly prolonged or drawn out : too long |
| attire | to put garments on : dress |
| glut | to flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand |
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