GRE Word List
ELASTIC
capable of recovering size and shape after deformation
The meaning of the word elastic is capable of recovering size and shape after deformation.
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| frugality | the quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| unexceptionable | not open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable |
| hypercritical | meticulously or excessively critical |
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| platitude | the quality or state of being dull or insipid |
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