GRE Word List

DRIVEL

nonsense

The meaning of the word drivel is nonsense.

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WordMeaning
denigrateto attack the reputation of : defame
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swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
ostracizeto exile by ostracism
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ambulatoryable to walk about and not bedridden
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deposeto remove from a throne or other high position
festiveof, relating to, or suitable for a feast or festival