GRE Word List
DOWDY
not neat or becoming in appearance : shabby
The meaning of the word dowdy is not neat or becoming in appearance : shabby.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| meek | enduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild |
| alcove | a small recessed section of a room : nook |
| cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |
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| delve | excavate |
| taper | to become progressively smaller toward one end |
| impediment | something that impedes |
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