GRE Word List

MERIT

a praiseworthy quality : virtue

The meaning of the word merit is a praiseworthy quality : virtue.

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WordMeaning
sluggarda habitually lazy person
acutecharacterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
automatona mechanism that is relatively self-operating
intoxicateto excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished
equivocateto use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive
loftan upper room or floor : attic
apparitionan unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon
anarchista person who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling power
contendto strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle