GRE Word List
STACCATO
cut short or apart in performing : disconnected
The meaning of the word staccato is cut short or apart in performing : disconnected.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| immure | to enclose within or as if within walls |
| harrowing | acutely distressing or painful |
| explicate | to give a detailed explanation of |
| incredulity | the quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief |
| inveterate | confirmed in a habit : habitual |
| offhand | without premeditation or preparation : extempore |
| prelude | an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter |
| allure | to entice by charm or attraction |
| personable | pleasant or amiable in person : attractive |
| injurious | inflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental |