GRE Word List
INDUSTRIOUS
constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent
The meaning of the word industrious is constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent.
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| pulverize | to reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize |
| besmirch | to cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully |
| vegetate | to lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind |
| tessellated | having a checkered appearance |
| apologist | someone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism |
| mawkish | lacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste |
| parish | the ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor |
| exorcise | to expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration |
| cajole | to persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax |
| abate | to decrease in force or intensity |