GRE Word List
MISERLY
of, relating to, or characteristic of a miser
The meaning of the word miserly is of, relating to, or characteristic of a miser.
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| transitory | of brief duration : temporary |
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| tedium | the quality or state of being tedious : tediousness |
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| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
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| animated | endowed with life or the qualities of life : alive |
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