GRE Word List

MINCING

affectedly dainty or delicate

The meaning of the word mincing is affectedly dainty or delicate.

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estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
corroborateto support with evidence or authority : make more certain
indigenousproduced, growing, living, or occurring natively or naturally in a particular region or environment
mutinousdisposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
awryoff the correct or expected course : amiss
amenableliable to be brought to account : answerable
conscripta conscripted person (such as a military recruit)
smarthaving or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent
vyingcontending; to strive for superiority