GRE Word List
EXORBITANT
(of costs or demands) excessive; exceeding reasonable bounds
The meaning of the word exorbitant is (of costs or demands) excessive; exceeding reasonable bounds.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| apprehensive | fearful; discerning |
| rescind | repeal; annul; cancel (a law, decision, or agreement) |
| courier | messenger |
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| anesthetic | substance that removes sensation with or without loss of consciousness; N. anesthesia |
| usury | lending money at illegal high rates of interest |
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