GRE Word List

TERTIARY

of third rank, importance, or value

The meaning of the word tertiary is of third rank, importance, or value.

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WordMeaning
waggishresembling or characteristic of a wag
pantomimepantomimist
ungainlylacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
gallbrazen boldness coupled with impudent assurance and insolence
sherbeta cold drink of sweetened and diluted fruit juice
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
conciliatoryintended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate
gainsayto declare to be untrue or invalid
putrescentundergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid