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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prosaiccharacteristic of prose as distinguished from poetry : factual
crypticsecret
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far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place
mishapan unfortunate accident