GRE Word List

TENANCY

a holding of an estate or a mode of holding an estate

The meaning of the word tenancy is a holding of an estate or a mode of holding an estate.

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WordMeaning
aplombcomplete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise
assuageto lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease
flirtto move erratically : flit
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
cursoryrapidly and often superficially performed or produced : hasty
pithyconsisting of or abounding in pith
plausiblesuperficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious
raucousdisagreeably harsh or strident : hoarse
careera profession for which one trains and which is undertaken as a permanent calling
recuperateto get back : regain