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
lullto cause to sleep or rest : soothe
unisonidentity in musical pitch
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orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
sensitizationthe action or process of sensitizing
rakean implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground
slighthaving a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body
precipitantprecipitate
filigreeornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces
ravelto become unwoven, untwisted, or unwound : fray