GRE Word List

DURATION

continuance in time

The meaning of the word duration is continuance in time.

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WordMeaning
indoctrinateto imbue with a usually partisan or sectarian opinion, point of view, or principle
flusterto put into a state of agitated confusion : upset
wontaccustomed
reckoncount
swarthyof a dark color, complexion, or cast
spontaneitythe quality or state of being spontaneous
healthfulbeneficial to health of body or mind
ordainto invest (see invest
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
temperamentcharacteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response