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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nip | to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch |
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mangy | affected with or resulting from mange |
compendium | a brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledge : abstract |
erroneous | containing or characterized by error : mistaken |
belligerent | inclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness |
prudent | characterized by, arising from, or showing prudence: such as |
anesthetic | of, relating to, or capable of producing anesthesia |
embroider | to ornament with needlework |
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