GRE Word List

DEFECT

an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming

The meaning of the word defect is an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming.

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selectiveof, relating to, or characterized by selection : selecting or tending to select
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noxiousphysically harmful or destructive to living beings
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solemnityformal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event
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mishapan unfortunate accident
decorousmarked by propriety and good taste : correct
pathetichaving a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity
antlerone of the paired deciduous solid bony processes that arise from the frontal bone on the head of an animal of the deer family