GRE Word List
DEVIATE
to stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic
The meaning of the word deviate is to stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| apoplexy | stroke |
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| querulous | habitually complaining |
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| noisome | noxious |
| obstinate | stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion |
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