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
gruntto utter a grunt
depravitya corrupt act or practice
weanto accustom (a young child or animal) to take food otherwise than by nursing
fomentto promote the growth or development of : rouse
stupefyto make stupid, groggy, or insensible
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
aromaticof, relating to, or having aroma:
headfirstwith the head foremost
libertinea freethinker especially in religious matters
serratednotched or toothed on the edge