GRE Word List

INDELIBLE

that cannot be removed, washed away, or erased

The meaning of the word indelible is that cannot be removed, washed away, or erased.

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WordMeaning
finickyextremely or excessively particular, exacting, or meticulous in taste or standards
clemencydisposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due
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riveta headed pin or bolt of metal used for uniting two or more pieces by passing the shank through a hole in each piece and then beating or pressing down the plain end so as to make a second head
embellishto make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate
inviolablesecure from violation or profanation
lamentto mourn aloud : wail
verisimilarhaving the appearance of truth : probable
degradationthe act or process of degrading
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment