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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premisea proposition antecedently supposed or proved as a basis of argument or inference
instigateto goad or urge forward : provoke
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
noncommittalgiving no clear indication of attitude or feeling
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
clota portion of a substance adhering together in a thick nondescript mass (as of clay or gum)
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary
perspicuityplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
narcissistan individual showing symptoms of or affected by narcissism: such as