GRE Word List
PRODIGAL
characterized by profuse or wasteful expenditure : lavish
The meaning of the word prodigal is characterized by profuse or wasteful expenditure : lavish.
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| stammer | to make involuntary stops and repetitions in speaking : stutter |
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| depreciate | to lower in honor or esteem |
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