GRE Word List
DISJOINTED
being thrown out of orderly function
The meaning of the word disjointed is being thrown out of orderly function.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| decant | to draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers |
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| preen | to groom with the bill especially by rearranging the barbs and barbules of the feathers and by distributing oil from the uropygial gland |
| quaff | to drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously |
| gibe | to utter taunting words |
| scavenge | to remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area |
| premeditate | to think about and revolve in the mind beforehand |
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| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |