GRE Word List

MARITIME

of, relating to, or bordering on the sea

The meaning of the word maritime is of, relating to, or bordering on the sea.

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impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
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scorchto burn a surface of so as to change its color and texture
imposturethe act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name
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rivetinghaving the power to fix the attention : engrossing
harpinga plucked stringed instrument consisting of a resonator, an arched or angled neck that may be supported by a post, and strings of graded length that are perpendicular to the soundboard
institutionan established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character
denigrateto attack the reputation of : defame
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment