GRE Word List

SOBRIETY

the quality or state of being sober

The meaning of the word sobriety is the quality or state of being sober.

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proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
salubriousfavorable to or promoting health or well-being
reparteea quick and witty reply
feintsomething feigned
empathythe action of understanding, being aware of, being sensitive to, and vicariously experiencing the feelings, thoughts, and experience of another of either the past or present without having the feelings, thoughts, and experience fully communicated in an objectively explicit manner
inclinedhaving inclination, disposition, or tendency
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
bulwarka solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
ordinationthe act or an instance of ordaining : the state of being ordained