GRE Word List

DETACHED

standing by itself : separate

The meaning of the word detached is standing by itself : separate.

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WordMeaning
impietythe quality or state of being impious : irreverence
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medleya musical composition made up of a series of songs or short pieces
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balefuldeadly or pernicious in influence
sanctimonioushypocritically pious or devout
incrustationa crust or hard coating