GRE Word List

DEFIANCE

the act or an instance of defying : challenge

The meaning of the word defiance is the act or an instance of defying : challenge.

Random words

WordMeaning
foregoto go before : precede
disapprobationthe act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation
delusionsomething that is falsely or delusively believed or propagated
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
fronda large leaf (especially of a palm or fern) usually with many divisions
bookishof or relating to books
inhibitedto prohibit from doing something
epitomea typical or ideal example : embodiment
dutifulfilled with or motivated by a sense of duty
manifestreadily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight