GRE Word List

PATENT

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The meaning of the word patent is open to public inspection.

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WordMeaning
rejuvenateto make young or youthful again : give new vigor to
ostracizeto exile by ostracism
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous
milieuthe physical or social setting in which something occurs or develops : environment
chastento correct by punishment or suffering : discipline
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
groovea long narrow channel or depression
epicureone with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine
paroxysma fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion
reparteea quick and witty reply