GRE Word List

QUIETUDE

a quiet state : repose

The meaning of the word quietude is a quiet state : repose.

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WordMeaning
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms
omnivorousfeeding on both animal and vegetable substances
pastoralof, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen
specioushaving a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic
matriarcha woman who rules or dominates a family, group, or state
vetoan authoritative prohibition : interdiction
nihilista viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless
cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment
genteelhaving an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish
attributea quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something