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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WordMeaning
modicuma small portion : a limited quantity
compellingthat compels: such as
grandiloquenta lofty, extravagantly colorful, pompous, or bombastic style, manner, or quality especially in language
vitalof the utmost importance
vigilantea member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate)
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper
nectarthe drink of the Greek and Roman gods
parodya literary or musical work in which the style of an author or work is closely imitated for comic effect or in ridicule
regattaa rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore