GRE Word List
HUMDRUM
monotonous
The meaning of the word humdrum is monotonous.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fidelity | the quality or state of being faithful |
| prate | to talk long and idly : chatter |
| despise | to look down on with disrespect or aversion |
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