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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| eccentric | deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways |
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| reverent | expressing or characterized by reverence : worshipful |
| credulity | readiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence |
| executor | one who executes something |
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| conversant | having knowledge or experience |
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