GRE Word List
NUANCE
a subtle distinction or variation
The meaning of the word nuance is a subtle distinction or variation.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| peremptory | putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay |
| embargo | an order of a government prohibiting the departure of commercial ships from its ports |
| insalubrious | not conducive to health : unwholesome |
| amend | to put right |
| thrall | a state of servitude or submission |
| exult | to be extremely joyful : rejoice |
| exuberance | the quality or state of being exuberant |
| arbitrary | existing or coming about seemingly at random or by chance or as a capricious and unreasonable act of will |
| jaunty | sprightly in manner or appearance : lively |
| coroner | a usually elected public officer who is typically not required to have specific medical qualifications and whose principal duty is to inquire by an inquest into the cause of any death which there is reason to suppose is not due to natural causes compare medical examiner |