GRE Word List
GENTEEL
having an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish
The meaning of the word genteel is having an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| introspective | characterized by examination of one's own thoughts and feelings : thoughtfully reflective : employing, marked by, or tending to introspection |
| abstruse | difficult to comprehend : recondite |
| jettison | to get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision |
| rusticate | to go into or reside in the country : follow a rustic life |
| resentment | a feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury |
| beholden | being under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted |
| gazette | newspaper |
| well-bred | having or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class |
| elated | marked by high spirits : exultant |
| protege | one who is protected or trained or whose career is furthered by a person of experience, prominence, or influence |