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
warymarked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
grudgingunwilling
chasteinnocent of unlawful sexual intercourse
assuageto lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease
liaisona binding or thickening agent used in cooking
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal
raucousdisagreeably harsh or strident : hoarse
abideto bear patiently : tolerate
modishfashionable