GRE Word List
NOTORIETY
disrepute; ill fame
The meaning of the word notoriety is disrepute; ill fame.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| accolade | award of merit; strong praise and approval |
| immure | imprison; shut up in confinement; CF. wall |
| bacchanal | noisy party with a lot of drinking |
| quadruped | four-footed animal; ADJ. CF. biped |
| affront | insult; offense; intentional act of disrespect; V: insult or hurt the feelings of intentionally |
| cue | word or signal (as in a play to prompt another actor's speech or entrance); reminder or hint; V: give a cue to |
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| impuissance | powerlessness; feebleness |
| growl | low, guttural, menacing sound (as of a dog) |
| precipitous | steep; overhasty; precipitate |