GRE Word List
FAVORITISM
the showing of special favor : partiality
The meaning of the word favoritism is the showing of special favor : partiality.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pulse | the regular expansion of an artery caused by the ejection of blood into the arterial system by the contractions of the heart |
| indecisive | marked by or prone to indecision : irresolute |
| prolong | to lengthen in time : continue |
| pariah | a member of a low caste of southern India |
| verve | the spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity |
| rhapsody | a portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation |
| rejuvenate | to make young or youthful again : give new vigor to |
| officious | volunteering one's services where they are neither asked nor needed : meddlesome |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |
| excerpt | a passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract |