GRE Word List
FLUTTER
to flap the wings rapidly
The meaning of the word flutter is to flap the wings rapidly.
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|---|---|
| brunt | the principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack) |
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| debase | to lower in status, esteem, quality, or character |
| pedagogy | the art, science, or profession of teaching |
| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |
| regime | regimen |
| fashion | the prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time |
| exquisite | marked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution |
| downcast | low in spirit : dejected |
| belittle | to speak slightingly of : disparage |