GRE Word List

FINERY

ornament

The meaning of the word finery is ornament.

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WordMeaning
histrionicdeliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical
ramparta protective barrier : bulwark
embedto enclose closely in or as if in a matrix
scuttlea shallow open basket for carrying something (such as grain or garden produce)
preciseexactly or sharply defined or stated
orientationthe act or process of orienting or of being oriented
titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production
juga large deep container (as of glass, earthenware, or plastic) with a narrow mouth and a handle
obnoxiousodiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive
dislodgeto drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage