GRE Word List

PROVENANCE

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The meaning of the word provenance is origin.

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WordMeaning
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
hirsutehairy
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain
emblazonto inscribe or adorn with or as if with heraldic bearings or devices
dutifulfilled with or motivated by a sense of duty
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
emaciatedvery thin and feeble especially from lack of nutrition or illness
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
scuffleto struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion