GRE Word List

DUTIFUL

filled with or motivated by a sense of duty

The meaning of the word dutiful is filled with or motivated by a sense of duty.

Random words

WordMeaning
emendto correct usually by textual alterations
syntheticrelating to or involving synthesis : not analytic
sluggishaverse to activity or exertion : indolent
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate
rueto feel penitence, remorse, or regret for
enhanceheighten
animositya strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude
capaciouscontaining or capable of containing a great deal
misapprehensionto apprehend wrongly : misunderstand
disbarto expel from the bar or the legal profession : deprive (an attorney) of legal status and privileges