GRE Word List

HOMELY

suggestive or characteristic of a place of residence or home

The meaning of the word homely is suggestive or characteristic of a place of residence or home.

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giddydizzy
indignityan act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult
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cynosurethe northern constellation Ursa Minor
indifferentmarked by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern for something : apathetic
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