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
impetuousmarked by impulsive vehemence or passion
refractiondeflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different
proximitythe quality or state of being proximate : closeness
indisputablenot disputable : unquestionable
horoscopea diagram of the relative positions of planets and signs of the zodiac at a specific time (as at one's birth) for use by astrologers in inferring individual character and personality traits and in foretelling events of a person's life
anachronisman error in chronology
tranquillitythe quality or state of being tranquil
wearyexhausted in strength, endurance, vigor, or freshness
dina loud continued noise
stiltedpompous