GRE Word List

PROVENANCE

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The meaning of the word provenance is origin.

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WordMeaning
unfrockdefrock
avalanchea large mass of snow, ice, earth, rock, or other material in swift motion down a mountainside or over a precipice
notorietythe quality or state of being notorious
seismicof, subject to, or caused by an earthquake
analogya comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect
indefatigableincapable of being fatigued : untiring
dutifulfilled with or motivated by a sense of duty
contortionsto twist in a violent manner
nostalgiaa wistful or excessively sentimental yearning for return to or of some past period or irrecoverable condition
deliberateto think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully