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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| subjugate | to bring under control and governance as a subject : conquer |
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| incandescent | white, glowing, or luminous with intense heat |
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| foster | having, relating to, or being the relationship between a foster parent and the child who the foster parent cares for |
| bland | smooth and soothing in manner or quality |
| wreak | bring about |