GRE Word List

REPRIMAND

a severe or formal reproof

The meaning of the word reprimand is a severe or formal reproof.

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gleanto gather grain or other produce left by reapers
sovereigntysupreme power especially over a body politic
plaintiveexpressive of suffering or woe : melancholy
malevolenthaving, showing, or arising from intense often vicious ill will, spite, or hatred
foolhardyfoolishly adventurous and bold : rash
posturethe position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose
dutifulfilled with or motivated by a sense of duty
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vigilthe act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary
polygamistmarriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry