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
dinghya small boat carried on or towed behind a larger boat as a tender or a lifeboat
earthlycharacteristic of or belonging to this earth
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
unseemlynot seemly: such as
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
ewethe female of the sheep especially when mature
protagonistthe principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story)
peevishquerulous in temperament or mood : fretful
undertakerone who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur
paeana joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph