GRE Word List

PERSPICUITY

plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation

The meaning of the word perspicuity is plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation.

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mirthgladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter
impenetrableincapable of being penetrated or pierced
whinnyto neigh especially in a low or gentle way
glaringhaving a fixed look of hostility, fierceness, or anger
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vignettea picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper
discretionindividual choice or judgment
minutethe 60th part of an hour of time : 60 seconds
corrosivetending or having the power to corrode
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