GRE Word List

QUARANTINE

a period of 40 days

The meaning of the word quarantine is a period of 40 days.

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explicitfully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent
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reprobatean unprincipled or depraved person : scoundrel
spatefreshet
dowdynot neat or becoming in appearance : shabby
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inaugurateto induct into an office with suitable ceremonies