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
cornicethe molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
concessionthe act or an instance of conceding (as by granting something as a right, accepting something as true, or acknowledging defeat)
squanderto spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate
demeanorbehavior toward others : outward manner
hullthe outer covering of a fruit or seed
vendorone that vends : seller
profligatewildly extravagant
pendantsomething suspended: such as
lackadaisicallacking life, spirit, or zest : languid