GRE Word List

PLUMP

to drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily

The meaning of the word plump is to drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily.

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WordMeaning
precisa concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts
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mollycoddleto treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention
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casualsubject to, resulting from, or occurring by chance
meandera winding path or course
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propoundto offer for discussion or consideration
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