GRE Word List

PROPRIETY

the quality or state of being proper or suitable : appropriateness

The meaning of the word propriety is the quality or state of being proper or suitable : appropriateness.

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WordMeaning
propoundto offer for discussion or consideration
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
pyromaniaca person who has an uncontrollable impulse to start fires : a person affected by pyromania
gruntto utter a grunt
rebuffto reject or criticize sharply : snub
hydrophobiarabies
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
swearto utter or take solemnly (an oath)
servileof or befitting a menial position
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment