GRE Word List

TREATISE

a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached

The meaning of the word treatise is a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached.

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WordMeaning
confidantone to whom secrets are entrusted
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
calumnya misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation
injuriousinflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental
banea source of harm or ruin : curse
terminalleading ultimately to death : fatal
cavalcadea procession (see procession
renovateto restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding)
egoisma doctrine that individual self-interest is the actual motive of all conscious action
effronteryshameless boldness : insolence