GRE Word List

EARN

to receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered

The meaning of the word earn is to receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered.

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WordMeaning
subjectiveof, relating to, or constituting a subject: such as
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
glowerto look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
rehabilitateto restore to a former capacity : reinstate
polyglotone who is polyglot
mnemonicassisting or intended to assist memory
obstinatestubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
vigilthe act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary