GRE Word List
EXEMPLARY
deserving imitation : commendable
The meaning of the word exemplary is deserving imitation : commendable.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| anticlimax | the usually sudden transition in discourse from a significant idea to a trivial or ludicrous idea |
| exculpate | to clear from alleged fault or guilt |
| vestige | a trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (such as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost |
| convention | agreement |
| saunter | to walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll |
| ordeal | a primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control |
| martial | of, relating to, or suited for war or a warrior |
| scion | descendant |
| profligate | wildly extravagant |