GRE Word List
HUMANE
marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals
The meaning of the word humane is marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals.
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| rusticate | to go into or reside in the country : follow a rustic life |
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| distinct | distinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| cohesion | the act or state of sticking together tightly |
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| jovial | characterized by good-humored cheerfulness and conviviality : jolly |
| musty | impaired by damp or mildew : moldy |
| balk | to refuse abruptly |