GRE Word List

CURFEW

the sounding of a bell at evening

The meaning of the word curfew is the sounding of a bell at evening.

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equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
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propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
precedentprior in time, order, arrangement, or significance
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overblownpast the prime of bloom