GRE Word List
HUMBLE
not proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive
The meaning of the word humble is not proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| founder | one that founds or establishes |
| foray | a sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid |
| undertaker | one who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur |
| hostage | a person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement |
| gratuitous | not called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted |
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| nihilist | a viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless |
| resourceful | able to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |