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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kernelthe inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut
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berateto scold or condemn vehemently and at length
disgruntleto make ill-humored or discontented
tarryto delay or be tardy in acting or doing
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively
stockadea line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense
featurethe structure, form, or appearance especially of a person