GRE Word List
FLINCH
to withdraw or shrink from or as if from pain : wince
The meaning of the word flinch is to withdraw or shrink from or as if from pain : wince.
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anomalous | inconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular |
increment | the amount or degree by which something changes |
conglomerate | made up of parts from various sources or of various kinds |
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specious | having a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic |
orthodox | conforming to established doctrine especially in religion |
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