GRE Word List
DISCRETION
individual choice or judgment
The meaning of the word discretion is individual choice or judgment.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| preeminent | having paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding |
| monastic | of or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns |
| hoary | gray or white with or as if with age |
| inculcate | to teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions |
| abortive | prematurely born |
| minute | the 60th part of an hour of time : 60 seconds |
| coterie | an intimate and often exclusive group of persons with a unifying common interest or purpose |
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |
| burnish | to make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing |
| contravene | to go or act contrary to : violate |