GRE Word List
PERQUISITE
a privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages
The meaning of the word perquisite is a privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| maudlin | drunk enough to be emotionally silly |
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