GRE Word List

EQUIVOCAL

subject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse

The meaning of the word equivocal is subject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse.

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WordMeaning
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique
reprimanda severe or formal reproof
exactto call for forcibly or urgently and obtain
stalematea drawing position in chess in which a player is not in checkmate but has no legal move to play
trougha long shallow often V-shaped receptacle for the drinking water or feed of domestic animals
derelictionan intentional abandonment
nuptialof or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
belligerentinclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy