GRE Word List

RELEVANT

having significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand

The meaning of the word relevant is having significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand.

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WordMeaning
volleythe flight of the ball (as in volleyball or tennis) or its course before striking the ground
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complaisantmarked by an inclination to please or oblige
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forswearto make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath
modulateto tune to a key or pitch