GRE Word List

JOCUND

marked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness

The meaning of the word jocund is marked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness.

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WordMeaning
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crinkleto form many short bends or ripples
uninhibitedfree from inhibition
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donto put on (an article of clothing)
arrhythmiclacking rhythm or regularity
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