GRE Word List

TEMPERAMENT

characteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response

The meaning of the word temperament is characteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response.

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WordMeaning
slavishof or characteristic of someone held in forced servitude
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
amiablefriendly, sociable, and congenial
aphasialoss or impairment of the power to use or comprehend words usually resulting from brain damage (as from a stroke, head injury, or infection)
viseany of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam
reconnaissancea preliminary survey to gain information
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment
fumbleto grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly
disgruntleto make ill-humored or discontented
liquidateto determine by agreement or by litigation the precise amount of (indebtedness, damages, or accounts)