GRE Word List

STATELY

marked by lofty or imposing dignity

The meaning of the word stately is marked by lofty or imposing dignity.

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WordMeaning
sobernot intoxicated
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
potpourria mixture of flowers, herbs, and spices that is usually kept in a jar and used for scent
complaisantmarked by an inclination to please or oblige
premisea proposition antecedently supposed or proved as a basis of argument or inference
brazenmade of brass
itinerarythe route of a journey or tour or the proposed outline of one
brocadea rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver
dregssediment contained in a liquid or precipitated (see precipitate
chorusa company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action