GRE Word List
SCRUPLE
a unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
The meaning of the word scruple is a unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table.
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verbalize | to express something in words |
defection | conscious abandonment of allegiance or duty (as to a person, cause, or doctrine) : desertion |
languish | to be or become feeble, weak, or enervated |
pernicious | highly injurious or destructive : deadly |
suspense | the state of being suspended : suspension |
surge | to rise and fall actively : toss |
conceit | favorable opinion |
venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
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