GRE Word List

EXCERPT

a passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract

The meaning of the word excerpt is a passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract.

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WordMeaning
aplombcomplete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise
patronizeto act as patron of : provide aid or support for
rightfuljust
kleptomaniaca person evidencing kleptomania
harbingersomething that foreshadows a future event : something that gives an anticipatory sign of what is to come
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak
usurythe lending of money with an interest charge for its use
beholdenbeing under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted
infantileof or relating to infants or infancy