GRE Word List
PROVENANCE
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The meaning of the word provenance is origin.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| edict | a proclamation having the force of law |
| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
| rhapsodize | to speak or write in a rhapsodic manner |
| jaunty | sprightly in manner or appearance : lively |
| fissure | a narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting |
| penitent | feeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant |
| interjection | an ejaculatory utterance usually lacking grammatical connection: such as |
| glitter | to shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle |
| contraband | illegal or prohibited traffic in goods : smuggling |
| bookish | of or relating to books |