GRE Word List

RAGAMUFFIN

a ragged often disreputable person

The meaning of the word ragamuffin is a ragged often disreputable person.

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WordMeaning
idolatrythe worship of a physical object as a god
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating
endearmenta word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
arrogancean attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions
venerateto regard with reverential respect or with admiring deference
discourseverbal interchange of ideas
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
apathylack of feeling or emotion : impassiveness
aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage