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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backslideto lapse morally or in the practice of religion
overseesurvey
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alloythe degree of mixture with base metals : fineness
implodeto burst inward
annulto declare or make legally invalid or void
wardthe action or process of guarding
inductto put in formal possession (as of a benefice or office) : install
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