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
centigraderelating to, conforming to, or having a thermometric scale on which the interval between the freezing point of water and the boiling point of water is divided into 100 degrees with 0° representing the freezing point and 100° the boiling point
miscellanyseparate writings collected in one volume
portlydignified
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
servileof or befitting a menial position
goadto incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad
despota ruler with absolute power and authority
dismantleto disconnect the pieces of
eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
rifeprevalent especially to an increasing degree