GRE Word List

PARLANCE

speech

The meaning of the word parlance is speech.

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WordMeaning
hewto cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument
postulatedemand
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
bristlea short stiff coarse hair or filament
putrefyto make putrid
sleazylacking firmness of texture : flimsy
schismdivision
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
proximitythe quality or state of being proximate : closeness
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate