GRE Word List

DEBUTANTE

one making a debut (see debut

The meaning of the word debutante is one making a debut (see debut.

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WordMeaning
aloftat or to a great height
genialitymarked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness
nepotismfavoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship
carnagethe flesh of slain animals or humans
humilityfreedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble
mantlea loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak
inalienableincapable of being alienated, surrendered, or transferred
decadencethe process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent
adagea saying often in metaphorical form that typically embodies a common observation
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic