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
replenishto fill or build up again
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
allegorythe expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence
swipea strong sweeping blow
yokea wooden bar or frame by which two draft animals (such as oxen) are joined at the heads or necks for working together
detachedstanding by itself : separate
elasticcapable of recovering size and shape after deformation
cowerto shrink away or crouch especially for shelter from something that menaces, domineers, or dismays
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
contextthe parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning