GRE Word List

MOTE

a small particle : speck

The meaning of the word mote is a small particle : speck.

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WordMeaning
contingentdependent on or conditioned by something else
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acmethe highest point or stage
profusionlavish expenditure : extravagance
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eschewto avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun