GRE Word List
MINCING
affectedly dainty or delicate
The meaning of the word mincing is affectedly dainty or delicate.
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|---|---|
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| disport | sport |
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| predispose | to dispose in advance |
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| begrudge | to give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure |