GRE Word List

INORDINATE

exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate

The meaning of the word inordinate is exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate.

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WordMeaning
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert
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litigationthe act, process, or practice of settling a dispute in a court of law : the act or process of litigating
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
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illuminateto supply or brighten with light
pillorya device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext