GRE Word List

FINERY

ornament

The meaning of the word finery is ornament.

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remoteseparated by an interval or space greater than usual
jeopardizeto expose to danger or risk : imperil
caldrona large kettle or boiler
mirthgladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter
opiatean alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance
supererogatoryobserved or performed to an extent not enjoined or required
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
bemusedmarked by confusion or bewilderment : dazed
lucidsuffused with light : luminous
crossa structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution