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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bountiful | liberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors |
| imperious | marked by arrogant assurance : domineering |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| dilute | attenuate |
| ostentatious | attracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation |
| palpitate | to beat rapidly and strongly : throb |
| bifurcated | divided into two branches or parts |
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