GRE Word List

SWAMP

a wetland often partially or intermittently covered with water

The meaning of the word swamp is a wetland often partially or intermittently covered with water.

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awryoff the correct or expected course : amiss
ardoran often restless or transitory warmth of feeling
probityadherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness
humilityfreedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble
spanglea small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing
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