GRE Word List

CROTCHETY

given to crotchets (see crotchet

The meaning of the word crotchety is given to crotchets (see crotchet.

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outfitthe act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition)
upbraidto criticize severely : find fault with
actuateto put into mechanical action or motion
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derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
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tendentiousmarked by a tendency in favor of a particular point of view : biased
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