GRE Word List
MARTINET
a strict disciplinarian
The meaning of the word martinet is a strict disciplinarian.
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| venial | of a kind that can be remitted : forgivable |
| intrinsic | belonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing |
| antler | one of the paired deciduous solid bony processes that arise from the frontal bone on the head of an animal of the deer family |
| avantgarde | group of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard |
| discrete | constituting a separate entity : individually distinct |
| burgeon | to send forth new growth (such as buds or branches) : sprout |
| grimace | a facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| glare | to shine with a harsh uncomfortably brilliant light |
| invoke | to petition for help or support |