GRE Word List

RARE

seldom occurring or found : uncommon

The meaning of the word rare is seldom occurring or found : uncommon.

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WordMeaning
obeliskan upright 4-sided usually monolithic pillar that gradually tapers as it rises and terminates in a pyramid
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
prototypean original model on which something is patterned : archetype
behooveto be necessary, proper, or advantageous for
advocateone who defends or maintains a cause or proposal
refuseto express oneself as unwilling to accept
spasmodicrelating to or affected or characterized by spasm
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
impassableincapable of being passed, traveled, crossed, or surmounted
prosperitythe condition of being successful or thriving