GRE Word List

GENTILITY

the condition of belonging to the gentry

The meaning of the word gentility is the condition of belonging to the gentry.

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WordMeaning
prostratestretched out with face on the ground in adoration or submission
evenhandedfair
adulterateto corrupt, debase, or make impure by the addition of a foreign or inferior substance or element
fouloffensive to the senses : loathsome
epitomea typical or ideal example : embodiment
berateto scold or condemn vehemently and at length
glaringhaving a fixed look of hostility, fierceness, or anger
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
poseto set forth or offer for attention or consideration
doffto remove (an article of wear) from the body