GRE Word List

DECOROUS

marked by propriety and good taste : correct

The meaning of the word decorous is marked by propriety and good taste : correct.

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WordMeaning
prominentstanding out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant
parcheddeprived of natural moisture
regattaa rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
riveta headed pin or bolt of metal used for uniting two or more pieces by passing the shank through a hole in each piece and then beating or pressing down the plain end so as to make a second head
asunderinto parts
privationan act or instance of depriving : deprivation
writsomething written : writing
appreciateto grasp the nature, worth, quality, or significance of
exhilaratingcausing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling