GRE Word List
PROVENANCE
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The meaning of the word provenance is origin.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fallible | liable to be erroneous |
| diaphanous | characterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through |
| vying | contending; to strive for superiority |
| epithet | a characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing |
| adversary | one that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent |
| exult | to be extremely joyful : rejoice |
| despondent | feeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression |
| mealymouthed | not plain and straightforward : devious |
| rife | prevalent especially to an increasing degree |
| fit | acceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper |