GRE Word List

DEADPAN

marked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression

The meaning of the word deadpan is marked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression.

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volitionthe power of choosing or determining : will
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infirmitythe quality or state of being infirm
maimto mutilate, disfigure, or wound seriously
lustrousreflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle
swampa wetland often partially or intermittently covered with water
braggadocioempty boasting
pitfalltrap
prologuethe preface or introduction to a literary work
valorstrength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery