GRE Word List

PLEBEIAN

a member of the Roman plebs

The meaning of the word plebeian is a member of the Roman plebs.

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WordMeaning
metamorphosischange of physical form, structure, or substance especially by supernatural means
haranguea speech addressed to a public assembly
high-flownexceedingly or excessively high or favorable
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt
detainto hold or keep in or as if in custody
chortleto sing or chant exultantly
quipa clever usually taunting remark : gibe
hauntto visit often : frequent
niggardlygrudgingly mean about spending or granting : begrudging
obfuscateto throw into shadow : darken