GRE Word List

EMOLLIENT

making soft or supple

The meaning of the word emollient is making soft or supple.

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haphappening
inimicalbeing adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence
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scholarlyof, characteristic of, or suitable to learned persons : learned
tributesomething given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
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conceitfavorable opinion
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