GRE Word List

FINERY

ornament

The meaning of the word finery is ornament.

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qualmsa feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety
transposeto change the relative place or normal order of : alter the sequence of
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
vernalof, relating to, or occurring in the spring
cordonan ornamental cord or ribbon
endearto cause to become beloved or admired
collagean artistic composition made of various materials (such as paper, cloth, or wood) glued on a surface
graphitea soft black lustrous form of carbon that conducts electricity and is used in lead pencils and electrolytic anodes, as a lubricant, and as a moderator in nuclear reactors
vaingloriousmarked by vainglory : boastful
potiona mixture of liquids (such as liquor or medicine)