GRE Word List
INVETERATE
confirmed in a habit : habitual
The meaning of the word inveterate is confirmed in a habit : habitual.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| venison | the edible flesh of a game animal and especially a deer |
| throes | pang |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| composure | a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| encipher | to convert (a message) into cipher |
| vegetate | to lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind |
| mollify | to soothe in temper or disposition : appease |
| complacency | self-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies |
| cipher | zero |