GRE Word List
HINDSIGHT
perception of the nature of an event after it has happened
The meaning of the word hindsight is perception of the nature of an event after it has happened.
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effective | producing a decided, decisive, or desired effect |
acquittal | a setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process |
serpentine | of or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement) |
hazard | a source of danger |
rabble | a disorganized or confused collection of things |
opprobrium | something that brings disgrace |
eminent | exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent |
overweening | arrogant |
baleful | deadly or pernicious in influence |
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