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
droopto hang or incline downward
dappledmarked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background
prevaricateto deviate from the truth : equivocate
ellipsisthe omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete
ebbthe reflux of the tide toward the sea
rapporta friendly, harmonious relationship
subtletythe quality or state of being subtle
revelrynoisy partying or merrymaking
staminathe bodily or mental capacity to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity : endurance
practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal