GRE Word List
MOMENTOUS
having great or lasting importance : consequential
The meaning of the word momentous is having great or lasting importance : consequential.
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| defame | to harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel |
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| rant | to talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner |
| florescence | a state or period of flourishing |
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| arid | excessively dry |
| scheme | a plan or program of action |
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