GRE Word List

SHUN

to avoid deliberately and especially habitually

The meaning of the word shun is to avoid deliberately and especially habitually.

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WordMeaning
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unrequitednot requited : not reciprocated or returned in kind
sprightlymarked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
galaxymilky way galaxy
convolutedhaving convolutions
slighthaving a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body
squabblea noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters
friskto search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets