GRE Word List
INDECISION
irresolution; inability to make up one's mind
The meaning of the word indecision is irresolution; inability to make up one's mind.
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meteoric | like a meteor; swift; momentarily brilliant; Ex. meteoric rise to fame; N. meteor |
chivalrous | courteous; faithful; brave; N. chivalry |
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smear | spread or cover with a sticky substance; N: mark made by smearing |
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