GRE Word List
INFAMOUS
having a reputation of the worst kind : notoriously evil
The meaning of the word infamous is having a reputation of the worst kind : notoriously evil.
Random words
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|---|---|
| coincidence | the act or condition of coinciding : correspondence |
| colloquy | conversation |
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| affidavit | a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation |
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| altruistic | relating to or given to altruism: |
| annex | to attach as a quality, consequence, or condition |
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| overture | an initiative toward agreement or action : proposal |