GRE Word List

NETHER

situated down or below : lower

The meaning of the word nether is situated down or below : lower.

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obsoleteno longer in use or no longer useful
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
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retiringreserved
asperityroughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger
quotidianoccurring every day
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