GRE Word List
TENET
a principle, belief, or doctrine generally held to be true
The meaning of the word tenet is a principle, belief, or doctrine generally held to be true.
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scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
missive | a written communication : letter |
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passive | acted upon by an external agency |
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muddle | to make turbid or muddy |
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whimsical | resulting from or characterized by whim or caprice |