GRE Word List
GADFLY
any of various flies (such as a horsefly, botfly, or warble fly) that bite or annoy livestock
The meaning of the word gadfly is any of various flies (such as a horsefly, botfly, or warble fly) that bite or annoy livestock.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| suspense | the state of being suspended : suspension |
| unfetter | to free from fetters |
| expiate | to make amends for |
| engaged | involved in activity : occupied |
| atypical | not typical : irregular |
| assumption | a taking to or upon oneself |
| procrastinate | to put off intentionally and habitually |
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| provenance | origin |
| killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |