GRE Word List

PUNCTILIOUS

marked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions

The meaning of the word punctilious is marked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions.

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WordMeaning
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
primto give a prim or demure expression to
stratuma bed or layer artificially made
bifurcateddivided into two branches or parts
invectiveinsulting or abusive language : vituperation
tactfulhaving or showing tact
drossthe scum or unwanted material that forms on the surface of molten metal
metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
dispatchto send off or away with promptness or speed
subsidiaryfurnishing aid or support : auxiliary