GRE Word List

GAFFE

a social or diplomatic blunder

The meaning of the word gaffe is a social or diplomatic blunder.

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WordMeaning
agitateto excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb
vantagea position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view
unfrockdefrock
rakishof, relating to, or characteristic of a rake : dissolute
wrestto pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements
interiman intervening time : interval
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
annuitya sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals
salutaryproducing a beneficial effect : remedial
impeachto charge with a crime or misdemeanor