GRE Word List
DEFALCATE
deduct
The meaning of the word defalcate is deduct.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nepotism | favoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship |
| probity | adherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness |
| egress | a place or means of going out : exit |
| sprightly | marked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited |
| imprecation | curse |
| resonant | continuing to sound : echoing |
| berate | to scold or condemn vehemently and at length |
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| unceremonious | not ceremonious : informal |