GRE Word List

HEINOUS

hatefully or shockingly evil : abominable

The meaning of the word heinous is hatefully or shockingly evil : abominable.

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WordMeaning
jeopardizeto expose to danger or risk : imperil
opulencewealth
stockadea line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense
doggedmarked by stubborn determination
divulgeto make known (something, such as a confidence or secret)
humanitariana person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist
dispiritedto deprive of morale or enthusiasm
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
compunctionanxiety arising from awareness of guilt