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
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
superciliouscoolly and patronizingly haughty
despota ruler with absolute power and authority
misadventuremisfortune
manaclea shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff
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addenduma thing added : addition
stentorianextremely loud
stemthe main trunk of a plant
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time