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
nexusconnection
retractto draw back or in
humblenot proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore
institutionalizeto make into an institution : give character of an institution to
pugnacityhaving a quarrelsome or combative nature : truculent
caterto provide a supply of food
remnanta usually small part, member, or trace remaining
copiousyielding something abundantly
frictionthe rubbing of one body against another