GRE Word List
MENDICANT
beggar
The meaning of the word mendicant is beggar.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| seismic | of, subject to, or caused by an earthquake |
| boorish | resembling or befitting a rude or insensitive person : resembling or befitting a boor |
| august | marked by majestic dignity or grandeur |
| sinuous | of a serpentine or wavy form : winding |
| gruesome | inspiring horror or repulsion : grisly |
| circuit | a usually circular line encompassing an area |
| self-indulgence | excessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims |
| comprehend | to grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of |
| smirk | to smile in a smug or condescending way |