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
malapropismthe usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
compliancethe act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion
cameoa gem carved in relief (see relief
claviclea bone of the shoulder girdle typically serving to link the scapula and sternum
ventralof or relating to the belly : abdominal
amorphoushaving no definite form : shapeless
cuisinemanner of preparing food : style of cooking
stigmaa mark of shame or discredit : stain
traduceto expose to shame or blame by means of falsehood and misrepresentation