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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| parsimony | the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift |
| foul | offensive to the senses : loathsome |
| reprove | to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent |
| erudite | having or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition |
| adherent | one who adheres to something: such as |
| abut | to border on : to touch along an edge |
| militia | a part of the organized armed forces of a country liable to call only in emergency |
| reactionary | relating to, marked by, or favoring reaction |
| skulk | to move in a stealthy or furtive manner |
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