GRE Word List

SORDID

marked by baseness or grossness : vile

The meaning of the word sordid is marked by baseness or grossness : vile.

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remonstrateto present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate
vindicateto free from allegation or blame
autopsyan examination of a body after death to determine the cause of death or the character and extent of changes produced by disease
volatilecharacterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change
ciliatedpossessing cilia
incensematerial used to produce a fragrant odor when burned
laitythe people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy
beholdenbeing under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted
mandatoryrequired by a law or rule : obligatory
censurea judgment involving condemnation