GRE Word List

MINCING

affectedly dainty or delicate

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

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WordMeaning
terseusing few words : devoid of superfluity
transposeto change the relative place or normal order of : alter the sequence of
leewayan allowable margin of freedom or variation : tolerance
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
unkemptnot combed
gustythe sensation of taste
nebulousof, relating to, or resembling a nebula : nebular
acrimoniousangry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner
commemorativeintended as a commemoration
forgea furnace or a shop with its furnace where metal is heated and wrought : smithy