GRE Word List

GRATUITY

something given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service

The meaning of the word gratuity is something given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service.

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frictionthe rubbing of one body against another
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
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hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
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sharda piece or fragment of a brittle substance
feintsomething feigned
tenancya holding of an estate or a mode of holding an estate
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
aphasialoss or impairment of the power to use or comprehend words usually resulting from brain damage (as from a stroke, head injury, or infection)