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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infiltrateto enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
groombridegroom
fructifyto bear fruit
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
shrewany of a family (Soricidae) of small chiefly nocturnal insectivores related to the moles and distinguished by a long pointed snout, very small eyes, and short velvety fur
dyslexiaa variable often familial learning disability involving difficulties in acquiring and processing language that is typically manifested by a lack of proficiency in reading, spelling, and writing
amalgamateto unite in or as if in an amalgam
disaffecteddiscontented and resentful especially against authority : rebellious
recantto withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce