GRE Word List
PARAGON
a model of excellence or perfection
The meaning of the word paragon is a model of excellence or perfection.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| mutability | prone to change : inconstant |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| decollete | wearing a strapless or low-necked dress |
| conservatory | a greenhouse for growing or displaying plants |
| discriminating | making a distinction : distinguishing |
| palate | the roof of the mouth separating the mouth from the nasal cavity see hard palate |
| abhor | to regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe |
| semblance | outward and often specious appearance or show : form |
| indulge | to yield to the desire of : humor |
| doff | to remove (an article of wear) from the body |