GRE Word List

COTERIE

an intimate and often exclusive group of persons with a unifying common interest or purpose

The meaning of the word coterie is an intimate and often exclusive group of persons with a unifying common interest or purpose.

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WordMeaning
somnambulistan abnormal condition of sleep in which motor acts (such as walking) are performed
banteringto speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner
repressto check by or as if by pressure : curb
unerringlycommitting no error : faultless
compliancethe act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion
handsomehaving a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance
reinstateto place again (as in possession or in a former position)
scurryto move in or as if in a brisk pace : scamper
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
penchanta strong and continued inclination