GRE Word List

PLIANT

pliable

The meaning of the word pliant is pliable.

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incumbentthe holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
unsavoryinsipid
togathe loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome
ramifyto split up into branches or constituent parts
amplifyto expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis
addictiona compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence : the state of being addicted
odysseya long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune
substantiateto give substance or form to : embody
dissentto withhold assent or approval