GRE Word List

MALAPROPOS

in an inappropriate or inopportune way

The meaning of the word malapropos is in an inappropriate or inopportune way.

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topographythe art or practice of graphic delineation in detail usually on maps or charts of natural and man-made features of a place or region especially in a way to show their relative positions and elevations
subsumeto include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
moltto shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically
efficacythe power to produce an effect
distinctivemarking as separate or different : serving to distinguish
uxoriousexcessively fond of or submissive to a wife
heresyadherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma
desperadoa bold or violent criminal
fussyeasily upset : irritable