GRE Word List
SLEAZY
lacking firmness of texture : flimsy
The meaning of the word sleazy is lacking firmness of texture : flimsy.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sinuous | of a serpentine or wavy form : winding |
| malapropism | the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase |
| glib | showing little forethought or preparation : offhand |
| tonsure | the Roman Catholic or Eastern rite of admission to the clerical state by the clipping or shaving of a portion of the head |
| well-bred | having or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class |
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| righteous | acting in accord with divine or moral law : free from guilt or sin |
| reprove | to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent |
| espionage | the practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company |
| sarcasm | a sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain |