GRE Word List
DISCERNING
showing insight and understanding : discriminating
The meaning of the word discerning is showing insight and understanding : discriminating.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vertex | the top of the head |
| forestall | to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures |
| nonplus | a state of bafflement or perplexity : quandary |
| hindmost | farthest to the rear : last |
| ethos | the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution |
| quibble | to evade the point of an argument by caviling about words |
| brooch | an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck |
| evenhanded | fair |
| superfluous | exceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra |
| orient | to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group |