GRE Word List

RENOWN

a state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame

The meaning of the word renown is a state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame.

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WordMeaning
heterogeneousconsisting of dissimilar or diverse ingredients or constituents : mixed
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
turpitudeinherent baseness : depravity
habituateto make used to something : accustom
inalienableincapable of being alienated, surrendered, or transferred
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
inequityinjustice
satiatefilled to satiety
manifestreadily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight