GRE Word List
SUPERCILIOUS
coolly and patronizingly haughty
The meaning of the word supercilious is coolly and patronizingly haughty.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| requisition | the act of formally requiring or calling upon someone to perform an action |
| accessible | capable of being reached |
| scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
| epitome | a typical or ideal example : embodiment |
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| exploit | deed |