GRE Word List

REMOTE

separated by an interval or space greater than usual

The meaning of the word remote is separated by an interval or space greater than usual.

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WordMeaning
derelictionan intentional abandonment
patinaa usually green film formed naturally on copper and bronze by long exposure or artificially (as by acids) and often valued aesthetically for its color
vindictivedisposed to seek revenge : vengeful
idioman expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way)
cadaverousof or relating to a corpse
tumidmarked by swelling : swollen
festerto generate pus
charismaa personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader)
pervasiveexisting in or spreading through every part of something
remonstrateto present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate