GRE Word List
IMPERVIOUS
not allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable
The meaning of the word impervious is not allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable.
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|---|---|
| benefactor | someone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit |
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| egress | a place or means of going out : exit |
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| oversee | survey |
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| slake | subside |
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