GRE Word List

FACET

any of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration)

The meaning of the word facet is any of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration).

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magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
embitterto excite bitter feelings in
attestto affirm to be true or genuine
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winnowto remove (something, such as chaff) by a current of air
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perversionthe action of perverting : the condition of being perverted
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