GRE Word List
PETTY
having secondary rank or importance : minor
The meaning of the word petty is having secondary rank or importance : minor.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| low | having a small upward extension or elevation |
| run-down | an item-by-item report or review : summary |
| prong | fork |
| mace | an aromatic spice consisting of the dried external fibrous covering of a nutmeg |
| bate | to reduce the force or intensity of : restrain |
| engulf | to flow over and enclose : overwhelm |
| gusto | an individual or special taste |
| array | to dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn |
| squeamish | easily nauseated : queasy |
| feign | to give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression |