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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scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
aegisa shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena
couriermessenger
endearmenta word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection
imperiousmarked by arrogant assurance : domineering
palpitateto beat rapidly and strongly : throb
untenablenot able to be defended
condigndeserved
muralof, relating to, or resembling a wall
amenableliable to be brought to account : answerable