GRE Word List

MOTE

a small particle : speck

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

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WordMeaning
consortassociate
dissipateto break up and drive off
requisiteneeded for a particular purpose : essential
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impugnto assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity
facetany of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration)
patriarchone of the scriptural fathers of the human race or of the Hebrew people
tiradea protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language
voluptuoussuggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form
efficacythe power to produce an effect