GRE Word List

SEDENTARY

not migratory : settled

The meaning of the word sedentary is not migratory : settled.

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WordMeaning
murmura half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
coalesceto grow together
profusionlavish expenditure : extravagance
deleteriousharmful often in a subtle or unexpected way
malignevil in nature, influence, or effect : injurious
fumbleto grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly
indecisivemarked by or prone to indecision : irresolute
secessionwithdrawal into privacy or solitude : retirement
coupa sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'état