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
manipulateto treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner
flaccidnot firm or stiff
tatterto make ragged
dictuma noteworthy statement: such as
refraincurb
divulgeto make known (something, such as a confidence or secret)
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar
obeliskan upright 4-sided usually monolithic pillar that gradually tapers as it rises and terminates in a pyramid
infringeto encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another
stampedea wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals