GRE Word List

LANGUISH

to be or become feeble, weak, or enervated

The meaning of the word languish is to be or become feeble, weak, or enervated.

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titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
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dulltedious
irrevocablenot possible to revoke : unalterable
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frockan outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit
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facilitateto make easier : help bring about
caninea conical pointed tooth
distraitapprehensively divided or withdrawn in attention : distracted