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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WordMeaning
precursorone that precedes and indicates the approach of another
coteriean intimate and often exclusive group of persons with a unifying common interest or purpose
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
dispenseto divide and share out according to a plan : to deal out in portions
prestigestanding or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion
stultifyto have a dulling or inhibiting effect on
bungleto act or work clumsily and awkwardly
solaceto give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console
parochialof or relating to a church parish
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary