GRE Word List

MANNERISM

exaggerated or affected (see affected

The meaning of the word mannerism is exaggerated or affected (see affected.

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WordMeaning
finishto come to an end : terminate
castigationto subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism
spinto draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread
parallelextending in the same direction, everywhere equidistant (see equidistant
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration
integrateto form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole : unite
bellicosefavoring or inclined to start quarrels or wars
charismaa personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader)
peripheralof, relating to, involving, or forming a periphery or surface part
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate