GRE Word List

EXPEDITIOUS

marked by or acting with prompt efficiency

The meaning of the word expeditious is marked by or acting with prompt efficiency.

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ossifyto change into bone
outlawa person excluded from the benefit or protection of the law
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timiditylacking in courage or self-confidence
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