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
quietudea quiet state : repose
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inextricableforming a maze or tangle from which it is impossible to get free
tridenta 3-pronged spear serving in classical mythology as the attribute of a sea god (such as Neptune)
acquittala setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle
pronouncedstrongly marked : decided
facetiousjoking or jesting often inappropriately : waggish