GRE Word List

MEALYMOUTHED

not plain and straightforward : devious

The meaning of the word mealymouthed is not plain and straightforward : devious.

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juridicalof or relating to the administration of justice or the office of a judge
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tartagreeably sharp or acid to the taste
mortara sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle
advocateone who defends or maintains a cause or proposal
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