GRE Word List

MOTLEY

variegated in color

The meaning of the word motley is variegated in color.

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WordMeaning
vignettea picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper
sepulchera place of burial : tomb
practicablecapable of being put into practice or of being done or accomplished : feasible
aristocracygovernment by the best individuals or by a small privileged class
verisimilarhaving the appearance of truth : probable
rummageto make a thorough search or investigation
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar
citadela fortress that commands (see command
piqueto excite or arouse especially by a provocation, challenge, or rebuff
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt