GRE Word List

PROFUSION

lavish expenditure : extravagance

The meaning of the word profusion is lavish expenditure : extravagance.

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WordMeaning
perigeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
satiricalof, relating to, or constituting satire
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
consortassociate
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interiman intervening time : interval
cordonan ornamental cord or ribbon
influxa coming in