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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disseminateto spread abroad as though sowing seed
spatulaa flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting
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clichea trite phrase or expression
repastsomething taken as food : meal
archaichaving the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses
rostruman ancient Roman platform for public orators
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
plumba lead weight attached to a line and used to indicate a vertical direction