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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WordMeaning
paradigmexample
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate
condolegrieve
fomentto promote the growth or development of : rouse
sporadicoccurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances
tributesomething given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved
reciprocateto give and take mutually
eminentexhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent
engenderbeget
prostratestretched out with face on the ground in adoration or submission