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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detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
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acridsharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor : irritating
credulityreadiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence
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unwontedbeing out of the ordinary : rare
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far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place