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.

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WordMeaning
taxonomistthe study of the general principles of scientific classification : systematics
gleanto gather grain or other produce left by reapers
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impassivegiving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless
errantbehaving wrongly
facultyability
compressto press or squeeze together
sultryvery hot and humid : sweltering
optimista person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism
seamyhaving the rough side of the seam showing