GRE Word List
STIGMA
a mark of shame or discredit : stain
The meaning of the word stigma is a mark of shame or discredit : stain.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| preamble | an introductory statement |
| hem | a border of a cloth article doubled back and stitched down |
| permeable | capable of being permeated : penetrable |
| unprecedented | having no precedent : novel |
| prepossessing | creating prejudice |
| coquette | a woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men |
| gaffe | a social or diplomatic blunder |
| tantamount | equivalent in value, significance, or effect |
| auspicious | showing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious |
| nefarious | flagrantly wicked or impious : evil |