GRE Word List

DEMURE

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The meaning of the word demure is reserved.

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WordMeaning
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
celibateof, relating to, or characterized by celibacy:
odysseya long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune
facilitateto make easier : help bring about
grotesquea style of decorative art characterized by fanciful or fantastic human and animal forms often interwoven with foliage or similar figures that may distort the natural into absurdity, ugliness, or caricature
indissolublenot dissoluble
effeminatehaving feminine qualities untypical of a man : not manly in appearance or manner
lacklusterlacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull
pedestalthe support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration
pugilistfighter