GRE Word List

NUANCE

a subtle distinction or variation

The meaning of the word nuance is a subtle distinction or variation.

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WordMeaning
lagone that lags or is last
scrappyconsisting of scraps
whiffa quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray
mottoa sentence, phrase, or word inscribed on something as appropriate to or indicative of its character or use
archetypethe original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype
adamantunshakable or insistent especially in maintaining a position or opinion : unyielding
adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile
stalwartmarked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
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