GRE Word List
ENTERPRISING
marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act
The meaning of the word enterprising is marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sprout | to grow, spring up, or come forth as or as if a sprout |
| desiccate | to dry up |
| rent | property (such as a house) rented or for rent |
| title | the distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production |
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
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| requite | to make return for : repay |
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| derogatory | expressive of a low opinion : disparaging |
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