GRE Word List

PROVENANCE

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The meaning of the word provenance is origin.

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WordMeaning
galaxymilky way galaxy
nadirthe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer
insalubriousnot conducive to health : unwholesome
peonany of various workers in India, Sri Lanka, or Malaysia: such as
saccharineof, relating to, or resembling that of sugar
incidentalbeing likely to ensue as a chance or minor consequence
quarantinea period of 40 days
clouta piece of cloth or leather : rag
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
expiateto make amends for