GRE Word List
DREGS
sediment contained in a liquid or precipitated (see precipitate
The meaning of the word dregs is sediment contained in a liquid or precipitated (see precipitate.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| theoretical | existing only in theory : hypothetical |
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| hubris | exaggerated pride or self-confidence |
| lewd | obscene |
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| compound | something formed by a union of elements or parts |
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