GRE Word List
IMPUISSANCE
weakness
The meaning of the word impuissance is weakness.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| parlance | speech |
| demur | to take exception : object |
| veto | an authoritative prohibition : interdiction |
| mortician | undertaker |
| sentimental | marked or governed by feeling, sensibility, or emotional idealism |
| baroque | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension |
| bard | a tribal poet-singer skilled in composing and reciting verses on heroes and their deeds |
| cherubic | an order of angels see celestial hierarchy |
| intrude | to thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome |
| circuitous | having a circular or winding course |