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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|---|---|
| encompass | include |
| quandary | a state of perplexity or doubt |
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| fathomless | incapable of being fathomed : immeasurable |
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