GRE Word List
GRADATION
a series forming successive stages
The meaning of the word gradation is a series forming successive stages.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ludicrous | amusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity |
| start | to move suddenly and violently : spring |
| halfhearted | lacking heart, spirit, or interest |
| humble | not proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive |
| philanderer | a man who has sexual relations with many women |
| sherbet | a cold drink of sweetened and diluted fruit juice |
| gild | to overlay with or as if with a thin covering of gold |
| venue | locale |
| circumspect | careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent |
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