GRE Word List

OPPORTUNE

suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence

The meaning of the word opportune is suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence.

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WordMeaning
equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
knacka special ready capacity that is hard to analyze or teach
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
weatherthe state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness
apogeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth
discursivemoving from topic to topic without order : rambling
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
moratoriuma legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt
penetrateto pass into or through
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily