GRE Word List

GENTLE

free from harshness, sternness, or violence

The meaning of the word gentle is free from harshness, sternness, or violence.

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WordMeaning
finickyextremely or excessively particular, exacting, or meticulous in taste or standards
nocturnalof, relating to, or occurring in the night
disbandto break up the organization of : dissolve
armadaa fleet of warships
exhortto incite by argument or advice : urge strongly
ingratiateto gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
voyeursomeone who obtains sexual gratification from observing unsuspecting individuals who are partly undressed, naked, or engaged in sexual acts
factitiousproduced by humans rather than by natural forces
teneta principle, belief, or doctrine generally held to be true