GRE Word List
SPEECHLESS
unable to speak : dumb
The meaning of the word speechless is unable to speak : dumb.
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| reciprocal | inversely related : opposite |
| missive | a written communication : letter |
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| harangue | a speech addressed to a public assembly |
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| commonplace | commonly found or seen : ordinary |
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