GRE Word List

PENURY

a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)

The meaning of the word penury is a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money).

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WordMeaning
turmoila state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion
rectifyto set right : remedy
embraceto clasp in the arms : hug
imputeto lay the responsibility or blame for (something) often falsely or unjustly
auroraldawn
incrementthe amount or degree by which something changes
compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
incontrovertiblenot open to question : indisputable
blatantnoisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous
trepidationa nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension