GRE Word List
RANCOR
bitter deep-seated ill will
The meaning of the word rancor is bitter deep-seated ill will.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| goad | to incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| pugnacity | having a quarrelsome or combative nature : truculent |
| gravity | dignity or sobriety of bearing |
| lofty | elevated in character and spirit : noble |
| quorum | a select group |
| desiccate | to dry up |
| indisputable | not disputable : unquestionable |
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| petty | having secondary rank or importance : minor |