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
disjointedbeing thrown out of orderly function
browbeatto intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully
protegeone who is protected or trained or whose career is furthered by a person of experience, prominence, or influence
ingratiateto gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort
jollitythe quality or state of being jolly : merriment
infidelone who is not a Christian or who opposes Christianity
primethe second of the canonical hours
gorycovered with gore : bloodstained
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
oratorioa lengthy choral work usually of a religious nature consisting chiefly of recitatives, arias, and choruses without action or scenery