GRE Word List
TORTUOUS
marked by repeated twists, bends, or turns : winding
The meaning of the word tortuous is marked by repeated twists, bends, or turns : winding.
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| faction | a party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique |
| concur | to express agreement |
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