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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benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life
congenitalexisting at or dating from birth
vervethe spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity
gruffrough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect
putativecommonly accepted or supposed
quellto thoroughly overwhelm and reduce to submission or passivity
taciturntemperamentally disinclined to talk
dabbleto work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest
elopeto run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent
slapto strike sharply with or as if with the open hand