GRE Word List

PARAMOUR

lover

The meaning of the word paramour is lover.

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WordMeaning
sojourna temporary stay
imperialof, relating to, befitting, or suggestive of an empire or an emperor
listlesscharacterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit
applicationan act of applying:
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
ravelto become unwoven, untwisted, or unwound : fray
controvertto dispute or oppose by reasoning
sledgesledgehammer
appallto overcome with consternation, shock, or dismay