GRE Word List
NEPOTISM
favoritism (to a relative); CF. nephew
The meaning of the word nepotism is favoritism (to a relative); CF. nephew.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contempt | scorn; disdain; ADJ. contemptuous; CF. contemptible |
| prosperity | good fortune and financial success; physical well-being |
| chivalrous | courteous; faithful; brave; N. chivalry |
| taut | tight; strained; tense; ready; OP. slack |
| torrid | (of weather) hot or scorching; passionate; Ex. torrid love affairs |
| benediction | blessing |
| sycophant | servile flatterer; bootlicker; yes man; ADJ. sycophantic |
| abhor | detest; hate |
| ingenious | marked by inventive skill; clever; resourceful; N. ingenuity |
| redolent | odorous; fragrant; suggestive (of an odor); Ex. redolent of onions/mystery |
