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
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
impiousnot pious : lacking in reverence or proper respect (as for God or one's parents) : irreverent
bulwarka solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart
terminologythe technical or special terms used in a business, art, science, or special subject
underlyinglying beneath or below
penurya cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
anestheticof, relating to, or capable of producing anesthesia
comestibleedible
consummateextremely skilled and accomplished