GRE Word List

DAPPLED

marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background

The meaning of the word dappled is marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background.

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WordMeaning
squalorthe quality or state of being squalid
iconoclastica person who attacks settled beliefs or institutions
succumbto yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire
blunthaving an edge or point that is not sharp
raconteura person who excels in telling anecdotes
artlesslacking art, knowledge, or skill : uncultured
preyan animal taken by a predator as food
perjurythe voluntary violation of an oath or vow either by swearing to what is untrue or by omission to do what has been promised under oath : false swearing
transcribeto make a written copy of
presumptuousoverstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties