GRE Word List

SEMINARY

an environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated

The meaning of the word seminary is an environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated.

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WordMeaning
figmentsomething made up or contrived
impairto diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse
carafea bottle with a flaring lip used to hold beverages and especially wine
tenacitythe quality or state of being tenacious
penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
tactfulhaving or showing tact
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ยน/โ‚‚โ‚„ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
haphazardmarked by lack of plan, order, or direction
bitinghaving the power to bite