GRE Word List
FINERY
ornament
The meaning of the word finery is ornament.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| inclusive | broad in orientation or scope |
| referendum | the principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative |
| hermetic | of or relating to the mystical and alchemical writings or teachings arising in the first three centuries a.d. |
| drivel | nonsense |
| musty | impaired by damp or mildew : moldy |
| matinee | a musical or dramatic performance or social or public event held in the daytime and especially the afternoon |
| collusion | secret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose |
| devoid | being without a usual, typical, or expected attribute or accompaniment |
| thrash | to beat soundly with or as if with a stick or whip : flog |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |