GRE Word List
REBUFF
to reject or criticize sharply : snub
The meaning of the word rebuff is to reject or criticize sharply : snub.
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| ostentatious | attracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation |
| therapeutic | of or relating to the treatment of disease or disorders by remedial agents or methods : curative |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| deign | to condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop |
| spoonerism | a transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil) |
| sway | the action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion |
| amenities | something that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment |
| equity | justice according to natural law or right |
| stifle | to withhold from circulation or expression |
| extol | to praise highly : glorify |