GRE Word List

FINERY

ornament

The meaning of the word finery is ornament.

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WordMeaning
stipulateto make an agreement or covenant to do or forbear something : contract
dispelto drive away or cause to vanish by or as if by scattering : dissipate
rotundaa round building
ominousbeing or exhibiting an omen : portentous
apostateone who commits apostasy
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
compulsorymandatory
soddendull or expressionless especially from continued indulgence in alcoholic beverages
gamutthe whole series of recognized musical notes
resourcefulable to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means