GRE Word List

MERETRICIOUS

of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution

The meaning of the word meretricious is of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution.

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WordMeaning
slacknot using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent
irremediablenot remediable
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
cullto select from a group : choose
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
yeomanan attendant or officer in a royal or noble household
insurgenta person who revolts against civil authority or an established government
burnishto make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing
raila bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier
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