GRE Word List

PLIANT

pliable

The meaning of the word pliant is pliable.

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usagefirmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure
phobiaan exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation
astralof, relating to, or coming from the stars
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing
countermandto revoke (a command) by a contrary order
alienateto cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed
tempestuousof, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent
complementsomething that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment
carpingmarked by or inclined to querulous and often perverse criticism