GRE Word List

SUAVITY

smoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated

The meaning of the word suavity is smoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated.

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WordMeaning
regenerationan act or the process of regenerating : the state of being regenerated
peripherythe perimeter of a circle or other closed curve
gildto overlay with or as if with a thin covering of gold
ensueto strive to attain : pursue
incidencerate of occurrence or influence
gentlefree from harshness, sternness, or violence
conceitfavorable opinion
cornicethe molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration
constitutionthe basic principles and laws of a nation, state, or social group that determine the powers and duties of the government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension