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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| parody | a literary or musical work in which the style of an author or work is closely imitated for comic effect or in ridicule |
| acumen | keenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters |
| foliage | a representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation |
| problematic | posing a problem : difficult to solve or decide |
| visionary | having or marked by foresight and imagination |
| catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |
| insubordination | disobedient to authority |
| supposititious | fraudulently substituted : spurious |
| mediate | occupying a middle position |
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