GRE Word List

PROVENANCE

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The meaning of the word provenance is origin.

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WordMeaning
supersedeto cause to be set aside
orgysecret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing
queerdiffering in some way from what is usual or normal : odd
dintforce
sluggishaverse to activity or exertion : indolent
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
presumptuousoverstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
blithelacking due thought or consideration : casual
frugalitythe quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift