GRE Word List

HOSTILITY

deep-seated usually mutual ill will

The meaning of the word hostility is deep-seated usually mutual ill will.

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WordMeaning
pedestalthe support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration
ineluctablenot to be avoided, changed, or resisted : inevitable
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
recidivisma tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior
virulentmarked by a rapid, severe, and destructive course
unconscionableshockingly unfair or unjust
gloss_overexplain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults
ordainto invest (see invest
absolveto set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions