GRE Word List
ECCENTRIC
deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
The meaning of the word eccentric is deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| overture | an initiative toward agreement or action : proposal |
| phlegmatic | resembling, consisting of, or producing the humor phlegm |
| desolate | devoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted |
| puzzle | to offer or represent to (someone) a problem difficult to solve or a situation difficult to resolve : challenge mentally |
| ruminant | an animal that chews the cud |
| portly | dignified |
| loathe | to dislike greatly and often with disgust or intolerance : detest |
| gamut | the whole series of recognized musical notes |
| chuckle | to laugh inwardly or quietly |
| defoliate | to deprive of leaves especially prematurely |