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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WordMeaning
leniencythe quality or state of being lenient
opportunesuitable or convenient for a particular occurrence
whorla drum-shaped section on the lower part of a spindle in spinning or weaving machinery serving as a pulley for the tape drive that rotates the spindle
temperamentcharacteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response
congruencethe quality or state of agreeing, coinciding, or being congruent
affrontto insult especially to the face by behavior or language
fatuouscomplacently or inanely foolish : silly
interiman intervening time : interval
alloythe degree of mixture with base metals : fineness
despondentfeeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression