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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| potential | existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality |
| destitute | lacking something needed or desirable |
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| flit | to pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another |
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| penchant | a strong and continued inclination |
| savory | having savor: such as |
| mobile | capable of moving or being moved : movable |
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| underhand | in a clandestine manner |