GRE Word List
MERIT
a praiseworthy quality : virtue
The meaning of the word merit is a praiseworthy quality : virtue.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| asperity | roughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger |
| pomposity | pompous demeanor, speech, or behavior |
| junta | a council or committee for political or governmental purposes |
| inveterate | confirmed in a habit : habitual |
| tempo | the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking |
| motley | variegated in color |
| impudence | the quality or state of being impudent |
| fickle | marked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness |
| conspire | plot |