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.

Random words

WordMeaning
propellantcapable of propelling
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
perpetrateto bring about or carry out (something, such as a crime or deception) : commit
figurea number symbol : numeral
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
paroxysma fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion
recuperateto get back : regain
aviarya place for keeping birds confined
parallelismthe quality or state of being parallel
ciliatedpossessing cilia