GRE Word List
NONCHALANCE
the quality or state of being nonchalant
The meaning of the word nonchalance is the quality or state of being nonchalant.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| precept | a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action |
| abeyance | a state of temporary inactivity : suspension |
| permissive | granted on sufferance : tolerated |
| emulate | to strive to equal or excel |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| refurbish | to brighten or freshen up : renovate |
| presumptuous | overstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties |
| accede | to express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand |
| bump | a relatively abrupt convexity or protuberance on a surface: such as |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |