GRE Word List

TACITURN

temperamentally disinclined to talk

The meaning of the word taciturn is temperamentally disinclined to talk.

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WordMeaning
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper
mollycoddleto treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention
intriguethe practice of engaging in secret schemes
regaleto entertain sumptuously : feast with delicacies
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
gamutthe whole series of recognized musical notes
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating
depreciateto lower in honor or esteem
representationalone that represents: such as