GRE Word List
TENSILE
capable of tension : ductile
The meaning of the word tensile is capable of tension : ductile.
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| aegis | a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| quadruped | an animal having four feet |
| accede | to express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand |
| sycophant | a servile self-seeking flatterer |
| impeccable | free from fault or blame : flawless |
| charlatan | quack |
| promiscuous | having or involving many sexual partners : not restricted to one sexual partner or few sexual partners |
| aberrant | deviating from the usual or natural type : atypical |