GRE Word List

OVERTURE

an initiative toward agreement or action : proposal

The meaning of the word overture is an initiative toward agreement or action : proposal.

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WordMeaning
fancierone that has a special liking or interest
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
unearthto dig up out of or as if out of the earth : exhume
broodthe young of an animal or a family of young
insolencethe quality or state of being insolent
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
cliquea narrow exclusive circle or group of persons
wagto be in motion : stir
insensibleincapable or bereft of feeling or sensation: such as
imbecilitythe quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness