GRE Word List

SEAMY

having the rough side of the seam showing

The meaning of the word seamy is having the rough side of the seam showing.

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severitythe quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh
perpetrateto bring about or carry out (something, such as a crime or deception) : commit
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