GRE Word List
LEEWAY
an allowable margin of freedom or variation : tolerance
The meaning of the word leeway is an allowable margin of freedom or variation : tolerance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| forte | one's strong point |
| epicure | one with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine |
| acrimonious | angry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner |
| supererogatory | observed or performed to an extent not enjoined or required |
| halting | marked by a lack of sureness or effectiveness |
| superimpose | to place or lay over or above something |
| propellant | capable of propelling |
| benefactor | someone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit |
| stipulate | to make an agreement or covenant to do or forbear something : contract |
| heresy | adherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma |