GRE Word List

INFRACTION

the act of infringing : violation

The meaning of the word infraction is the act of infringing : violation.

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WordMeaning
travestya debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation
mimean ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner
timiditylacking in courage or self-confidence
exposurethe fact or condition of being exposed: such as
dripto let fall in drops
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
recreantcrying for mercy : cowardly
desultorymarked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose
stigmaa mark of shame or discredit : stain
opiatean alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance