GRE Word List
DOLOROUS
causing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief
The meaning of the word dolorous is causing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| decomposition | to separate into constituent parts or elements or into simpler compounds |
| levy | the imposition or collection of an assessment |
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| obsolete | no longer in use or no longer useful |
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| quench | put out |
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