GRE Word List

PROVENANCE

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The meaning of the word provenance is origin.

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WordMeaning
exoticintroduced from another country : not native to the place where found
indiscriminatenot marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment
avengeto take vengeance for or on behalf of
fortuitousoccurring by chance
deftcharacterized by facility and skill
impassableincapable of being passed, traveled, crossed, or surmounted
adjutanta staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence
longevitya long duration of individual life
moribundbeing in the state of dying : approaching death
indemnifyto secure against hurt, loss, or damage