GRE Word List
MURMUR
a half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling
The meaning of the word murmur is a half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| industrious | constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent |
| impetus | a driving force : impulse |
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| incognito | with one's identity concealed |