GRE Word List
DAWDLE
to spend time idly
The meaning of the word dawdle is to spend time idly.
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|---|---|
| terminology | the technical or special terms used in a business, art, science, or special subject |
| sly | wise in practical affairs |
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| finery | ornament |
| plaudit | an act or round of applause |
| enunciate | to make a definite or systematic statement of |
| wanton | merciless |
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| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |
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