GRE Word List
HALE
free from defect, disease, or infirmity : sound
The meaning of the word hale is free from defect, disease, or infirmity : sound.
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legacy | a gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest |
vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
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memoir | an official note or report : memorandum |
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reprove | to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent |
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