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
notcha V-shaped indentation
juxtaposeto place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
inferto derive as a conclusion from facts or premises
gourmandone who is excessively fond of eating and drinking
thesisa dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view
meekenduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild
dysenterya disease characterized by severe diarrhea with passage of mucus and blood and usually caused by infection
mishapan unfortunate accident
transitiona change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another
scalean instrument or machine for weighing