GRE Word List

OBEISANCE

a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow

The meaning of the word obeisance is a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow.

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WordMeaning
abutto border on : to touch along an edge
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kindredof a similar nature or character : like
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
pathosan element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion
linguisticof or relating to language or linguistics
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unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous
inexorablenot to be persuaded, moved, or stopped : relentless