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
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
reinstateto place again (as in possession or in a former position)
cursiverunning
adulationextreme or excessive admiration or flattery
extrinsicnot forming part of or belonging to a thing : extraneous
opticiana maker of or dealer in optical items and instruments
incensematerial used to produce a fragrant odor when burned
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amassto collect for oneself : accumulate
effluviuman invisible emanation