GRE Word List
FORWARD
near, being at, or belonging to the forepart
The meaning of the word forward is near, being at, or belonging to the forepart.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| malapropos | in an inappropriate or inopportune way |
| mystic | mystical |
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| bifurcated | divided into two branches or parts |
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| cadence | the beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity |