GRE Word List
PROVISO
an article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition
The meaning of the word proviso is an article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition.
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covetous | marked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions |
forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |
gaudy | ostentatiously or tastelessly ornamented |
forensic | belonging to, used in, or suitable to courts of judicature or to public discussion and debate |
savor | the taste or smell of something |
industrious | constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent |
caldron | a large kettle or boiler |
perturb | to cause to be worried or upset : disquiet |
incarcerate | to put in prison |
initiate | to cause or facilitate the beginning of : set going |