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.

Random words

WordMeaning
vindictivedisposed to seek revenge : vengeful
historicalof, relating to, or having the character of history
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
incredulousunwilling to admit or accept what is offered as true : not credulous : skeptical
wispya small handful (as of hay or straw)
metropolisthe chief or capital city of a country, state, or region
caninea conical pointed tooth
balkto refuse abruptly
metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
suavitysmoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated