GRE Word List

FASHION

the prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time

The meaning of the word fashion is the prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time.

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awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
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countermandto revoke (a command) by a contrary order
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slywise in practical affairs
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