GRE Word List

GERMANE

being at once relevant and appropriate : fitting

The meaning of the word germane is being at once relevant and appropriate : fitting.

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WordMeaning
hierarchya division of angels
tempothe rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking
yokea wooden bar or frame by which two draft animals (such as oxen) are joined at the heads or necks for working together
euthanasiathe act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy
vindictivedisposed to seek revenge : vengeful
overturnto cause to turn over : upset
courtthe residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary
palettea thin oval or rectangular board or tablet that a painter holds and mixes pigments on
leonineof, relating to, suggestive of, or resembling a lion
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge