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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| allure | to entice by charm or attraction |
| spat | squabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel |
| ramshackle | appearing ready to collapse : rickety |
| doctrine | a principle or position or the body of principles in a branch of knowledge or system of belief : dogma |
| prudent | characterized by, arising from, or showing prudence: such as |
| idolatry | the worship of a physical object as a god |
| forswear | to make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath |
| gambit | a chess opening in which a player risks one or more pawns or a minor piece to gain an advantage in position |
| befuddle | to muddle or stupefy with or as if with drink |
| maudlin | drunk enough to be emotionally silly |