GRE Word List

PARLANCE

speech

The meaning of the word parlance is speech.

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WordMeaning
pallto lose strength or effectiveness
grapplethe act or an instance of grappling
anthropomorphicdescribed or thought of as having a human form or human attributes
similea figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor
pertinaciousadhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design
pillorya device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
stipulateto make an agreement or covenant to do or forbear something : contract
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
dissolutionthe act or process of dissolving: such as
profusionlavish expenditure : extravagance