GRE Word List

PARAMOUR

lover

The meaning of the word paramour is lover.

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WordMeaning
connotationsomething suggested by a word or thing : implication
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
coevalof the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration
secta dissenting or schismatic religious body
glareto shine with a harsh uncomfortably brilliant light
dawdleto spend time idly
piedof two or more colors in blotches
discounta reduction made from the gross (see gross
wanderluststrong longing for or impulse toward wandering
orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group