GRE Word List
PRONE
having a tendency or inclination : being likely
The meaning of the word prone is having a tendency or inclination : being likely.
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catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
offhand | without premeditation or preparation : extempore |
flirt | to move erratically : flit |
proscenium | the stage of an ancient Greek or Roman theater |
acetic | vinegary |
dishonor | lack or loss of honor or reputation |
substantive | having substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned |
convex | curved or rounded outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle |
sullen | gloomily or resentfully silent or repressed |
contortions | to twist in a violent manner |