GRE Word List
NOTORIETY
the quality or state of being notorious
The meaning of the word notoriety is the quality or state of being notorious.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vindictive | disposed to seek revenge : vengeful |
| historical | of, relating to, or having the character of history |
| defect | an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming |
| incredulous | unwilling to admit or accept what is offered as true : not credulous : skeptical |
| wispy | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| metropolis | the chief or capital city of a country, state, or region |
| canine | a conical pointed tooth |
| balk | to refuse abruptly |
| meter | systematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm |
| suavity | smoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated |