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
almssomething (such as money or food) given freely to relieve the poor
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
civilof or relating to citizens
fermentto undergo fermentation
odoroushaving an odor: such as
accretionthe process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as
functionaryone who serves in a certain function
distortto twist (see twist
jibeto be in accord : agree
temperheat of mind or emotion : proneness to anger : passion