GRE Word List

PREDICAMENT

the character, status, or classification assigned by a predication

The meaning of the word predicament is the character, status, or classification assigned by a predication.

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WordMeaning
swearto utter or take solemnly (an oath)
masona skilled worker who builds by laying units of substantial material (such as stone or brick)
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
stratifiedformed, deposited, or arranged in stable layers or strata
expeditiousmarked by or acting with prompt efficiency
boundfastened by or as if by a band : confined
implyto express indirectly
overweeningarrogant
acclivityan ascending slope (as of a hill)
shuntto turn off to one side : shift