GRE Word List
PENCHANT
a strong and continued inclination
The meaning of the word penchant is a strong and continued inclination.
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|---|---|
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| ancillary | subordinate |
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| reckon | count |
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| polarize | to cause to vibrate in a definite pattern |
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| parallel | extending in the same direction, everywhere equidistant (see equidistant |
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| obstreperous | marked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous |