GRE Word List
FAVORITISM
the showing of special favor : partiality
The meaning of the word favoritism is the showing of special favor : partiality.
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Word | Meaning |
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indiscriminate | not marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment |
reputable | enjoying good repute : held in esteem |
dogmatic | characterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts |
incarnate | invested with bodily and especially human nature and form |
robust | having or exhibiting strength or vigorous health |
ravine | a small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water |
sarcasm | a sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain |
polar | of or relating to a geographic pole or the region around it |
conceit | favorable opinion |
beleaguer | besiege |