GRE Word List

INVETERATE

confirmed in a habit : habitual

The meaning of the word inveterate is confirmed in a habit : habitual.

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WordMeaning
wringto squeeze or twist especially so as to make dry or to extract moisture or liquid
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subornto induce secretly to do an unlawful thing
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propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
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vagrantone who has no established residence and wanders idly from place to place without lawful or visible means of support
behemotha mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God
advocateone who defends or maintains a cause or proposal