GRE Word List

PROVENANCE

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The meaning of the word provenance is origin.

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WordMeaning
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness
craftskill in planning, making, or executing : dexterity
rouea man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake
peddleto travel about with wares for sale
remnanta usually small part, member, or trace remaining
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time
febrilemarked or caused by fever : feverish
odysseya long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune
malfeasancewrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official
prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph