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
carapacea bony or chitinous case or shield covering the back or part of the back of an animal (such as a turtle or crab)
fretto eat or gnaw into : corrode
unaccountablenot to be accounted for : inexplicable
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
eulogistica commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
mandatoryrequired by a law or rule : obligatory
choreographythe art of symbolically representing dancing
tangentialtouching lightly : incidental
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly
diffidencethe quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident