GRE Word List

SMUG

highly self-satisfied

The meaning of the word smug is highly self-satisfied.

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plasticitythe quality or state of being plastic
supernumeraryexceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
relinquishto withdraw or retreat from : leave behind
mangleto injure with deep disfiguring wounds by cutting, tearing, or crushing
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
togathe loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome
winnowto remove (something, such as chaff) by a current of air
histrionicdeliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical
dinghya small boat carried on or towed behind a larger boat as a tender or a lifeboat