GRE Word List

IMPROPRIETY

an improper or indecorous act or remark

The meaning of the word impropriety is an improper or indecorous act or remark.

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WordMeaning
carnivoroussubsisting or feeding on animal tissues
rebateto reduce the force or activity of : diminish
fractioustending to be troublesome : unruly
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
aphasialoss or impairment of the power to use or comprehend words usually resulting from brain damage (as from a stroke, head injury, or infection)
sophisticateddeprived of native or original simplicity: such as
chortleto sing or chant exultantly
trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet
blotchto mark or mar with blotches
supernumeraryexceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number