GRE Word List
GRIEVANCE
a cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
The meaning of the word grievance is a cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| belligerent | inclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness |
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| wilt | loose freshness; droop |
| commandeer | to compel to perform military service |
| functional | of, connected with, or being a function |
| expedite | to accelerate the process or progress of : speed up |
| incur | to become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself |
| abnegation | denial |
| mischance | bad luck |
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