GRE Word List
DUPLICITY
contradictory doubleness of thought, speech, or action
The meaning of the word duplicity is contradictory doubleness of thought, speech, or action.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| caption | the part of a legal document that shows where, when, and by what authority it was taken, found, or executed |
| devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |
| trappings | outward signs |
| proviso | an article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition |
| prognosticate | to foretell from signs or symptoms : predict |
| generate | to bring into existence: such as |
| analgesic | an agent producing diminished sensation to pain without loss of consciousness : a drug that is used to relieve pain and produce analgesia |
| execrable | deserving to be execrated : detestable |
| bountiful | liberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors |
| penance | an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification |