GRE Word List
FALLIBLE
liable to be erroneous
The meaning of the word fallible is liable to be erroneous.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| jurisprudence | the science or philosophy of law |
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| emollient | making soft or supple |
| maul | a heavy often wooden-headed hammer used especially for driving wedges |
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| spoof | deceive |