GRE Word List

PRIM

to give a prim or demure expression to

The meaning of the word prim is to give a prim or demure expression to.

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WordMeaning
cunningdexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end
iconoclastica person who attacks settled beliefs or institutions
vultureany of various large birds (families Accipitridae and Cathartidae) that are related to the hawks, eagles, and falcons but have weaker claws and the head usually naked and that subsist chiefly or entirely on carrion
astigmatisma defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image
sartorialof or relating to a tailor or tailored clothes
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
quintessencethe fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies
unrulynot readily ruled, disciplined, or managed
turmoila state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion
puddingblood sausage