GRE Word List
ORIENT
to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
The meaning of the word orient is to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tenacious | not easily pulled apart : cohesive |
| meretricious | of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution |
| lumber | to move ponderously |
| occlude | to close up or block off : obstruct |
| penology | a branch of criminology dealing with prison management and the treatment of offenders |
| inconsequential | of no significance : unimportant |
| automaton | a mechanism that is relatively self-operating |
| umbrage | a feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult |
| accolade | a mark of acknowledgment : award |
| append | attach |