GRE Word List

DISHONOR

lack or loss of honor or reputation

The meaning of the word dishonor is lack or loss of honor or reputation.

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circuitoushaving a circular or winding course
sinuousof a serpentine or wavy form : winding
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repelto drive back : repulse
apocryphalof doubtful authenticity : spurious
anachronisman error in chronology
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fecundityfruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific
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