GRE Word List

PRIMARY

first in order of time or development : primitive

The meaning of the word primary is first in order of time or development : primitive.

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WordMeaning
solaceto give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console
fouloffensive to the senses : loathsome
contentiouslikely to cause disagreement or argument
weirdof strange or extraordinary character : odd
similea figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor
perversionthe action of perverting : the condition of being perverted
crochetneedlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle
impuissanceweakness
ambiencea feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere
soddendull or expressionless especially from continued indulgence in alcoholic beverages