GRE Word List

ESCAPADE

a usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct

The meaning of the word escapade is a usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct.

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WordMeaning
reprisea musical repetition:
fortuitousoccurring by chance
crossa structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution
juncturea point of time
influxa coming in
concisemarked by brevity of expression or statement : free from all elaboration and superfluous detail
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
rescindto take away : remove
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health