GRE Word List

IMPEDIMENT

something that impedes

The meaning of the word impediment is something that impedes.

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WordMeaning
oatha solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says
homogeneousof the same or a similar kind or nature
attireto put garments on : dress
engagedinvolved in activity : occupied
unerringlycommitting no error : faultless
presumptuousoverstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties
testatora person who dies leaving a will or testament in force
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
dabbleto work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest