GRE Word List

ENCLAVE

a distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory

The meaning of the word enclave is a distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory.

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pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
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macean aromatic spice consisting of the dried external fibrous covering of a nutmeg
purportedreputed
tingea slight staining or suffusing shade or color
misdemeanora crime less serious than a felony (see felony
vapidlacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently
petulantinsolent or rude in speech or behavior
precipitantprecipitate