GRE Word List

PATOIS

a dialect other than the standard or literary dialect

The meaning of the word patois is a dialect other than the standard or literary dialect.

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WordMeaning
conveneto come together in a body
divergeto move or extend in different directions from a common point : draw apart
poreto gaze intently
impertinentgiven to or characterized by insolent rudeness
aristocracygovernment by the best individuals or by a small privileged class
terminationend in time or existence : conclusion
blowhardan arrogantly and pompously boastful or opinionated person : braggart
enormityan outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act
oratorone who delivers an oration
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement