GRE Word List

ORNATE

marked by elaborate rhetoric (see rhetoric

The meaning of the word ornate is marked by elaborate rhetoric (see rhetoric.

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WordMeaning
sleekslick
mannerismexaggerated or affected (see affected
laxloose
whorla drum-shaped section on the lower part of a spindle in spinning or weaving machinery serving as a pulley for the tape drive that rotates the spindle
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing
friskto search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets
recuperateto get back : regain
addenduma thing added : addition
illicitnot permitted : unlawful
recreantcrying for mercy : cowardly