GRE Word List

FINERY

ornament

The meaning of the word finery is ornament.

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WordMeaning
rabblea disorganized or confused collection of things
turbidthick or opaque with or as if with roiled sediment
amoralhaving or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong
detainto hold or keep in or as if in custody
autopsyan examination of a body after death to determine the cause of death or the character and extent of changes produced by disease
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
morosehaving a sullen and gloomy disposition
pallto lose strength or effectiveness
loiterto delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle
clouta piece of cloth or leather : rag