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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anodyneserving to alleviate pain
pertinaciousadhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design
whinnyto neigh especially in a low or gentle way
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loungeto act or move idly or lazily : loaf
lecterna stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker
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