GRE Word List

PROPENSITY

an often intense natural inclination or preference

The meaning of the word propensity is an often intense natural inclination or preference.

Random words

WordMeaning
yieldto bear or bring forth as a natural product especially as a result of cultivation
fusilladea number of shots fired simultaneously or in rapid succession
ventralof or relating to the belly : abdominal
tonsurethe Roman Catholic or Eastern rite of admission to the clerical state by the clipping or shaving of a portion of the head
improprietyan improper or indecorous act or remark
unassuagednot quenched, eased, or satisfied : not assuaged
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
imputeto lay the responsibility or blame for (something) often falsely or unjustly
nauticalof, relating to, or associated with seamen, navigation, or ships