GRE Word List

PHILISTINE

a native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia

The meaning of the word philistine is a native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia.

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WordMeaning
accordto grant or give especially as appropriate, due, or earned
barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
groucha fit of bad temper
incognitowith one's identity concealed
collagean artistic composition made of various materials (such as paper, cloth, or wood) glued on a surface
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
flagrantconspicuously offensive
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand
ostentatiousattracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation
petulantinsolent or rude in speech or behavior