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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WordMeaning
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
remnanta usually small part, member, or trace remaining
rigiddeficient in or devoid of flexibility
forestallto exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures
talonthe claw of an animal and especially of a bird of prey
spatsquabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
aberrationthe fact or an instance of deviating or being aberrant especially from a moral standard or normal state
vicariousexperienced or realized through imaginative or sympathetic participation in the experience of another
vieto strive for superiority : contend