GRE Word List

MIRTH

gladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter

The meaning of the word mirth is gladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter.

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WordMeaning
compulsorymandatory
confiscateappropriated by the government : forfeited
visionaryhaving or marked by foresight and imagination
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conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
rostera roll or list of personnel
attireto put garments on : dress
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reserveto hold in reserve : keep back
wadeto step in or through a medium (such as water) offering more resistance than air