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
ostensibleintended for display : open to view
accessoryan object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else
impertinentgiven to or characterized by insolent rudeness
impartialnot partial or biased : treating or affecting all equally
fracasa noisy quarrel : brawl
communetalk over
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
paradigmexample
redoubtablecausing fear or alarm : formidable
abateto decrease in force or intensity