GRE Word List

TRANSITORY

of brief duration : temporary

The meaning of the word transitory is of brief duration : temporary.

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WordMeaning
gratuitysomething given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service
paragona model of excellence or perfection
malfeasancewrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily
invincibleincapable of being conquered, overcome, or subdued
winceto shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch
effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
depictto represent by or as if by a picture
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert